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Populus x canadensis

Carolina Poplar, Canada Poplar

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

12 - 18m

Width:

6 - 11m

Growth Rate:

Fast

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun

pH Tolerance:

Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate

Flooding Tolerance:

Moderate

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Unknown

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Unknown

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Parks, Residential

Native to Ontario:

No

Native to North America:

No

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Insects and Diseases

Poplars in general have many pests and diseases that influence its appearance, preformance and survival. These pests include Forest Tent Caterpillar, Poplar Petiolegall Aphid, Poplar Sawfly, Poplar Vagabond Aphid and canker.

Management Notes

  • Wood is brittle and vulnerable to storm breakage
  • Disturbs pavement more quickly than other poplars

Cultivars 

Eugenie, Tower