Populus alba - white poplar (Square vase 9x9x20 cm)

Genus of about 35 species of dioecious trees, mostly deciduous, of woods, valleys and marshy areas of the northern temperate regions of Europe, Asia and America. Populus alba is a fast-growing deciduous tree with spreading foliage and spreading branches. The characteristic and attractive feature of this species is the splendid silvery-white bark. The leaves have 5 deep lobes and wavy margins, from broadly ovate to almost rounded and are dark green above; while on the lower side they have the same color as the silvery-white bark. At the beginning of spring it bears pendulous male catkins, red in colour, while the female ones are green. It can reach 30-40 meters in height.

Pedoclimatic needs

They tolerate any soil, even those temporarily saturated with water, but grow best in deep, fertile, moist but drained soil. It cannot tolerate drought. Heliophilous species should be planted in the sun. Due to its magnificent habit, the beauty of the bark and foliage it is used to create tree-lined avenues, windbreak hedges and groves.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Populus alba

Family: Salicaceae