eastern cottonwood
Populus deltoides
Overview
Eastern Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) is a large deciduous tree native to North America. It can grow up to 30 meter in height and 3 meter in diameter. It is a fast-growing tree that can fix nitrogen from the air, making it an excellent choice for restoring damaged habitats. Its bark is light grey to brown and its broad, triangular-shaped leaves are a rich, deep green. In spring, fluffy white flowers bloom that attract bees, butterflies and birds. The fruits are cone-like capsules that hold numerous seeds. Eastern cottonwood is an important timber tree and provides food and shelter to a variety of wildlife. It is also widely used in urban landscaping projects.
Care Guide
Watering
Frequent — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun.
Soil
Sandy Loamy
Temperature
Hardiness zone 2-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April.
Propagation
Seed Propagation
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Canker, sap rot, Caterpillar, cutworm, Crown rot, Dieback, Leaf miner insect, Root rot, Rust, Scale insects, Drought resistant .
Related plants
Other plants you might like if you grow eastern cottonwood.
