Populus lasiocarpa – Chinese necklace poplar, Chinese poplar

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Populus lasiocarpa – Chinese necklace poplar, Chinese poplar

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This remarkable medium-sized poplar can attain a height of up to 20 m. The tree grows slowly and forms an ovoid to broad ovoid crown. The bark is grey to light brown, later flaking off in small platelets: the branches are yellowish-brown and thick. The remarkably large ovoid to heart-shaped leaves are green and have a red main vein and stem. They grow to 25 - 35 cm long and 15 - 20 cm wide. On the upper side they are glossy green while the underside is lighter. In the autumn the leaves turn yellow. The tree produces both male and female catkins. P. lasiocarpa is used in sheltered spots in parks and public gardens. The tree prefers moist nutritious soils and is especially sensitive to changes in groundwater levels. It makes heavy demands on the soil and is very sensitive to wind. Populus lasiocarpa is much used as a solitary or in small groups. Because it is only moderately wind-resistant its use is not recommended in a landscape setting.

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Specifications
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Height
10 - 20 m, slow growing
Width
10-15m
Crown
ovoid to broad ovoid, half-open crown
Bark and branches
bark grey to light brown, twigs fairly thick
Leaf
ovoid to heart-shaped, 25 - 35 cm long
Flowers
monoecious catkins, approx. 5 - 10 cm long
Fruits
fruit catkins
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
moist nutritious soils
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate to poor
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Shape
clearstem tree, feathered tree
Origin
Central and Western China, especially the Hubei province
Synonyms
Populus fargesii
Clear stem tree feathered tree clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for wet soil broad ovoid 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown green green slow growing non-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Populus lasiocarpa

Populus lasiocarpa can eventually reach a height of 10 - 20 m, slow growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Populus lasiocarpa is slow growing and can eventually reach a height of 10 - 20 m, slow growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Populus lasiocarpa is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Populus lasiocarpa 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 lasiocarpa blooms in march.
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