Populus simonii – Populus simonii

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Populus simonii – Populus simonii

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Populus simonii is a fairly small tree with a narrow columnar shape in its younger years: later it becomes broad to rounded. The crown is formed by many multi-branched and fairly thin twigs. Height approx. 12 - 15 m. The obovate leaves are dark green and have a grey-green to greyish-white underside. The autumn colour is yellowish-green to green. Can be used as a solitary or as an avenue or street tree. Sensitive to leaf spot disease, very sensitive to bacterial canker. Prefers moist nutritious soils, not too heavy. Winter hardiness zone: 4
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Clear stem (1)
Specifications
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Height
10-15 m, fast growing
Width
10-12m
Crown
round/spherical, half-open crown
Bark and branches
brown, grey
Leaf
green
Flowers
yellowgreen, flowers in April
Fruits
grey, brown
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
clayed soil, loamy soil, sandy soil
Soil moisture
suitable for wet soil
Paving
tolerates partial paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind, resistant to de-icing salt
Application
avenues and broad streets, coastal areas
Shape
clearstem tree
Clear stem tree clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates partial paving light-loving resistant to de-icing salt resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for wet soil can withstand wind 1st size , taller than 12 metres half-open crown green yellowgreen early sprout fast growing non-toxic (usually)
Frequently asked questions
Populus simonii

Populus simonii can eventually reach a height of 10-15 m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Populus simonii is fast growing and can eventually reach a height of 10-15 m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

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