Populus nigra – Black poplar, Old English poplar

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Populus nigra – Black poplar, Old English poplar

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A poplar with a variable crown that is mostly broad pyramidal to practically round. Adult specimens can reach a height of approx. 30 m. The tree forms many heavy branches. The twigs are round and smooth. The leaves are triangular to diamond-shaped and glossy dark green. The tree produces red male and green female catkins. P. nigra is very sensitive to rust but little sensitive to leaf spot disease and canker. Used in industrial areas and for row and landscape planting. Because of its excellent resistance to (sea) wind it is also suitable for planting in coastal areas. Prefers moist calcareous soils. Winter hardiness zone: 4
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2024.
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Clear stem (3)
Specifications
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Height
25-30 m
Crown
round/spherical, half-open crown
Bark and branches
grey
Leaf
green
Flowers
red, green, flowers in April
Fruits
green
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
clayed soil, loamy soil, sandy soil, calcareous soil
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil, withstand short flood, withstand long flood
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
very good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind, resistant to de-icing salt
Fauna tree
valuable for butterflies
Application
coastal areas, industrial areas
Shape
clearstem tree
Clear stem tree calcareous soil clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving resistant to de-icing salt resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for wet soil withstand long flood withstand short flood can withstand wind 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown green orange/red average growing valuable for butterflies non-toxic (usually)
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SQP (South Quay Plaza ) - London
Frequently asked questions
Populus nigra

Populus nigra can eventually reach a height of 25-30 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Populus nigra is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 25-30 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Populus nigra is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Populus nigra with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Populus nigra blooms in april.
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