Plains cottonwood

Plains cottonwood

Populus deltoides

Plant Characteristics

Plant Type Pioneer Tree
Height (m) 20-25
Width (m) 12-16
Growth Rate Fast
Pollination Strategy Wind
Flower Period April, May
Forage Value Fair
Fruit Type Capsule
Edible Fruit No
Fruit/Seeds Available Spring, Summer
Traits Suckering

Site Characteristics

Natural Region Grassland
Hardiness Zone 2-9
Soil Texture Clay, Loam, Sand
Drainage Poor-Moderate
Moisture Tolerance Wet, Moist
Sun Exposure Full
This database was created by AWES, with support from Cows and Fish (Alberta Riparian Habitat Management Society) and the Alberta Native Plant Council. Contact AWES for a list of references used. Financial support for this database was provided by the Canadian Agricultural Partnership.
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