European White Poplar, White Poplar, Silver Poplar - DO NOT PLANT
Populus alba

Description

Populus alba, or white poplar, is not recommended to plant, due to aggressive tendencies. The native range of Populus alba encompasses central and southern Europe, the Mediterranean islands, temperate Asia, and northern Africa. It prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soils with full sun. The white poplar is a fast-growing tree that is known for aggressive suckering, which can form colonies. Instead, consider Ontario native alternatives like Populus tremuloides or Populus deltoides.
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Planting Site and Native Range

Planting Site

Management Notes

Management Notes
Wood is brittle and vulnerable to storm breakage Known to naturalize or become invasive in certain regions

Tree Characteristics

Growth Rate
Fast (60cm or more per year)
Width
12 - 21m
Height
12 - 21m
Soil Quantity
>30 m
Leaves
Evergreen

Insects and Diseases

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.

Tree Tolerances

Soil Salt Tolerance
Unknown
Salt Spray Tolerance
Tolerant
Flooding Tolerance
Moderate
Drought Tolerance
High
pH Tolerance
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Shade Tolerance
Full Sun
Plant Hardiness Zone
Zone 4 (a/b) | Zone 5 (a/b) | Zone 6 (a/b)
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