Overview

Populus deltoides 'Cordata' (f) is a spreading branched,columnar upright trees in the genus Populus, part of the Salicaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Populus deltoides 'Cordata' (f) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include specimen trees and windbreaks.

About

Populus deltoides 'Cordata' is a cultivar of the Populus genus, which comprises deciduous trees known for their rapid growth and substantial size. This spreading branched, columnar upright tree thrives in full sun and can be grown in a variety of soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained conditions. It is hardy in the UK (H7) and suitable for use as a specimen tree or windbreak. The tree produces male and female catkins in spring before leaf emergence, with the male catkins being more visually attractive.

About the genus

Populus is a genus of 25–30 species of deciduous flowering plants in the family Salicaceae, native to most of the Northern Hemisphere. English names variously applied to different species include poplar, aspen, and cottonwood.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Populus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Populus deltoides 'Cordata' (f) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Trees

Habit

Spreading branched,Columnar upright

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Specimen trees, Windbreaks

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Populus deltoides 'Cordata' (f)

Propagation

Hardwood cuttings in winter,Suckers in autumn or late winter

Pest resistance

Leaf beetles,Sawflies,Caterpillars

Disease resistance

Leaf spots,Poplar bacterial canker,Tree rusts,Honey fungus

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