grey poplar · Soil

grey poplar · Populus × canescens

Cultivated for their very rapid growth as specimen trees. Useful as windbreaks. Tolerant of any soil other than constantly waterlogged soils. Avoid growing within 40m of buildings as the vigorous root systems may damage drains and foundations, particularly on clay soils; has the potential to become a nuisance

Watering: Provide regular deep irrigation, tolerate brief mild dry spellsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed