Populus can. 'Serotina' - 200-250 CM FTH WHIP BR

Description
The Grey poplar 'Serotina' (Populus canescens) is a broad, roundish large tree that produces red flowers arranged in catkins. They appear in April. The Grey poplar 'Serotina' also has heart-shaped, dark green leaves. Its bark is grey and smooth. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, sandy, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of around 25 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Populus alba var. canescens.

Bulletpoints
* grey shoots * attractive yellow-green autumn colouring * resistant to urban climates

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Grey poplar 'Serotina' are dark green, heart-shaped and alternate. They are about 6 - 12 cm in size. Grey poplar 'Serotina' turns bright yellow-green in autumn.

Bark
Grey, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Frost hardiness
The Grey poplar 'Serotina' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Grey poplar 'Serotina' is a broad and roundish growing large tree with a loose crown. It usually reaches a height of 20 - 25 m.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The red flowers of Grey poplar 'Serotina' appear in catkins in April.

Use
Solitary, park, landscape, avenue

Shoots
The shoots of Populus canescens 'Serotina' are grey.

Root
Populus canescens 'Serotina' is a deep-rooter and, depending on the soil, forms runner-forming roots.