Populus

WA Evergreen

FEATURES:

This tall tree growing to a height of 20 metres is considered semi evergreen.

HEIGHT x WIDTH:

20 metres x 5 metres

SHAPE:

Upright

FOLIAGE:

New Spring growth of copper-bronze changing to green in Summer

FLOWERS:

Catkins before leaves emerge

COMMENTS:

Often used as wind breaks and along driveways and can be suitable for stock fodder. Tolerant to most soil types, air pollution and coastal conditions. Plant in well drained soil in full sun. Can have an invasive root system. Semi resistant to poplar rust. This budded variety wont sucker.

TREE CARE:

Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.