Overview
Populus szechuanica var. tibetica is a spreading branched,columnar upright trees in the genus Populus, part of the Salicaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Populus szechuanica var. tibetica 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 szechuanica var. tibetica, known as the Tibetan poplar, is a deciduous tree cultivar within the Populus genus, which is characterised by rapidly growing, substantial-sized trees. This variety features a spreading branched, columnar upright habit and thrives in full sun with a preference for south- or west-facing aspects. It tolerates a range of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and can grow in acid, alkaline, or neutral pH soils that are moist but well-drained. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable as a specimen tree or windbreak and is best planted in well-drained soil with staking for young plants.
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 szechuanica var. tibetica 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 szechuanica var. tibetica
- 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
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Populus szechuanica var. tibetica?
Populus szechuanica var. tibetica prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Populus szechuanica var. tibetica need?
Populus szechuanica var. tibetica is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Populus szechuanica var. tibetica hardy in the UK?
Populus szechuanica var. tibetica has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Populus szechuanica var. tibetica?
Hardwood cuttings in winter,Suckers in autumn or late winter.
More in the Populus genus
- Populus ciliata
- Populus deltoides 'Cordata' (f)
- Populus trichocarpawestern balsam poplar
- Populus x canescens 'Macrophylla'Pickart's poplar
