Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to leaf spots, poplar bacterial canker, tree rusts and honey fungus
Pests
May be susceptible to leaf beetles, sawflies and caterpillars
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eastern cottonwood · Populus deltoides
Also known as: American cottonwood; balsam poplar; berry-bearing poplar; Carolina poplar; cottonwood; necklace poplar; northern cottonwood; great plains cottonwood
Tolerates most soils except those that are constantly waterlogged and best in deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Avoid growing within 40m of buildings as the vigorous root system may damage drains and foundations, particularly in clay soils and has the potential to become a nuisance
May be susceptible to leaf spots, poplar bacterial canker, tree rusts and honey fungus
May be susceptible to leaf beetles, sawflies and caterpillars
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