Black Poplar

Black Poplar Care

Populus Nigra

What is the plant

Populus nigra - the black poplar - is a species of cottonwood poplar native to Europe, southwest and central Asia, and northwest Africa. It is a medium to large-sized deciduous tree, reaching 20–30 m, with diamond-shaped to triangular, 5–8 cm long leaves, green on both surfaces.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

18°C - 31°C

Hardiness zone

3 - 9

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
This tree has medium water needs. About 1 inch of water every two weeks through rainfall or irrigation will suffice.
Pruning
There is no need to prune poplars. Nevertheless, in winter you can cut the branches that crosses each other, and those that are dead.
Sunlight
Grow poplars in full sun.

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Soil
poplars will do well in soil that is sandy, loamy, or very loamy. It should be well-drained.
Temperature
The Lombardy poplar can be grown in a wide variety of temperate climates, including those where the winter low temperature is far below zero. In hot and humid climates, this tree is even more susceptible to Cytospora canker.
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