Hybrid Poplar For Sale

Attributes. This tree: Grows at a very rapid rate, as much as 5–8' per year.

Are hybrid poplar trees good?

Superior hybrid poplar trees are a popular hardy, low-maintenance option for fast-growing shade trees or privacy screens with visual interest in the fall. Superior hybrid poplar trees are an excellent choice for anyone trying to grow a shade tree or living privacy screen quickly.

What is the lifespan of a hybrid poplar tree?

Poplar are generally thought of as short-lived trees. However, the hybrid poplar is an exception with a life expectancy from 40 to 60 years or more. In addition, a coppicing program (planned harvesting) keeps the trees young and robust, further extending the life of the plant.

How tall does a hybrid poplar tree get?

Mature Height: 40-50 ft.

How far apart should hybrid poplar trees be planted?

Plant single trees 30-35' apart for shade. Plant several trees closer, around 6-10' apart in a line for a lush privacy screen or natural windbreak that controls wind and soil erosion year 'round. Avoid planting near structures, pipes, and drains. This landscape variety is cold-hardy.

Do hybrid poplars have invasive roots?

Grows very fast, not unusual to grow 5 feet or more per year. NOTE: Plant away from water lines, sidewalks, foundations, etc. as roots are invasive.

What is the fastest growing poplar tree?

Hybrid Poplar These trees, which are actually a member of the willow family, grow 5-8′ a year!

What is the fastest growing privacy tree?

What are the fastest-growing trees for privacy? Hybrid poplar tops the list. It can grow upwards of five feet per year. The Leyland cypress, green giant arborvitae, and silver maple are all close seconds because they add about two feet to their height each year.

Is hybrid poplar invasive?

There is no danger of these trees becoming invasive, as the weak seedlings need to be protected from weeds for several years to survive. What can a harvested hybrid poplar tree be used for? It's a versatile tree with many uses.

Do poplar trees need lots of water?

Poplars require heavy watering, which is why they grow best in the Southeastern United States. Even if you do not live in this preferred region, you can grow the Poplar Tree.

Do hybrid poplar trees have deep roots?

Poplar roots Poplar trees have an expansive root system, typically spreading out to two or three times the height of the tree. However, poplar roots are not the cause of house foundations cracking, nor do they break sewer lines.

How much water does a hybrid poplar need?

Daily water use for hybrid poplar can be as high as 0.55 inch per day. Average growing season water use for 3-year and older hybrid poplar is 45 or more acre-inches/acre. Water applied at any one irrigation should not exceed the soil water-holding capacity.

How close should a poplar tree be to a house?

For these species, mainly poplars (Populus spp.) and willows (Salix spp.) as well as silver maple (Acer saccharinum), always plant them 50 feet (15 meters) from any structure.

Are poplar trees a problem?

Poplar trees are invasive because they have an extensive, fast growing, and shallow root system (up to three times wider than the tree is tall) which can lift sidewalks, retaining walls, and clog pipes. Poplar roots send up suckers 100ft away from the base of the tree while spreading seeds rapidly.

How do you start a hybrid poplar tree?

Can be immediately planted by simply pushing cutting into moist soil so that all but one bud is covered. Water to keep cutting moist until it is rooted (usually 3-4 weeks) then water weekly. Cuttings should be pre rooted in a bucket with 2-3 inches of water. Will take 3-5 weeks for roots to develop.

Will deer eat poplar trees?

What types of trees and bushes do deer like to eat? Probably the top selections for deer are arrowwood, aspen/hybrid poplar, cedar, chestnut, crabapple, grape, black gum, hawthorn, mountain ash, ninebark, oak, with acorns from English, a clear favorite, sumac and silky dogwood.

Why are poplar trees planted in rows?

They are usually planted in a line, which makes them even easier to spot from afar. See the top photo for a good example. These poplars are planted for aesthetic and practical reasons, like shade or shelter. But they always signify buildings nearby.

Do poplar trees fall over?

Trees with shallow root systems that are more likely to topple include the tulip poplar, magnolias, some maples and Bradford pears according to an expert arborist. WASHINGTON — Much like it's easy for you to slip on a wet floor — tree roots can slip out of the ground when there's wet soil.

What are the worst trees to plant?

Trees to Avoid

• Red Oak. Red oak is one messy tree.
• Sweetgum Trees. Sweetgum Trees are known for their lovely fall colour. ...
• Bradford Pear. ...
• Lombardy Poplar. ...
• Ginkgo biloba. ...
• Eucalyptus. ...
• Mulberry. ...
• Weeping Willow.

Can you cut the top off a poplar tree?

Poplars can be hard pruned and will grow back quickly, they are a very fast growing species.