Hybrid Poplar
Hardiness: zone 3-8
Hybrid between European cottonwood and the eastern cottonwood of NA. Often known as a ‘30 in 3’ tree. Once planted, these trees can reach 30 ft in 3 years if given good conditions. A bit of mulch, some watering in times of drought go a long way. Can be coppiced for firewood, to provide visual screening during the growing season. Easy to grow from cuttings taken in the fall or spring.
Hardiness: zone 3-8
Hybrid between European cottonwood and the eastern cottonwood of NA. Often known as a ‘30 in 3’ tree. Once planted, these trees can reach 30 ft in 3 years if given good conditions. A bit of mulch, some watering in times of drought go a long way. Can be coppiced for firewood, to provide visual screening during the growing season. Easy to grow from cuttings taken in the fall or spring.
Hardiness: zone 3-8
Hybrid between European cottonwood and the eastern cottonwood of NA. Often known as a ‘30 in 3’ tree. Once planted, these trees can reach 30 ft in 3 years if given good conditions. A bit of mulch, some watering in times of drought go a long way. Can be coppiced for firewood, to provide visual screening during the growing season. Easy to grow from cuttings taken in the fall or spring.