Populus lasiocarpa - STEM 200 CM, GIRTH 8-10 CM BR

Description
The China poplar (Populus lasiocarpa) is a broad, ovoid small tree that produces greenish-yellow flowers arranged in catkins. They appear from April to May. These produce white fruits. The China poplar also has heart-shaped, dark green leaves. Its bark is grey, scaly and longitudinally furrowed. In a sunny location with nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 20 metres and grows to a width of around 15 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Populus fargesii.

Bulletpoints
* wind resistant

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the China poplar are dark green, heart-shaped and alternate. They are about 17 - 30 cm tall.

Bark
Grey, scaly, longitudinally furrowed bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The China poplar has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, ovoid.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny 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 greenish-yellow flowers of China poplar appear in catkins from April to May.

Use
Privacy screen, solitary, park, landscape

Root
Populus lasiocarpa is a deep-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots close to the surface.