Balsam Poplar. A vigorous, columnar tree with green leaves, whitish green beneath. Pendent catkins in spring. Max Height 30m. Max Spread 8m. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Populus balsamifera
A vigorous, columnar tree with green leaves, whitish green beneath. Pendent catkins in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Populus |
|---|---|
| Species | balsamifera |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Balsam Poplar |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 30m |
| Family | Salicaceae |
| Spread | 8m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Narrowly columnar |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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