Harvesting of Populus deltoides typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
eastern cottonwood
Populus deltoides
Also Known As - necklace poplarEastern Cottonwood (Populus deltoides) is a large deciduous tree native to North America. It can grow up to 30 meter in height and 3 meter in diameter. It is a fast-growing tree that can fix nitrogen from the air, making it an excellent choice for restoring damaged habitats. Its bark is light grey to brown and its broad, triangular-shaped leaves are a rich, deep green. In spring, fluffy white flowers bloom that attract bees, butterflies and birds. The fruits are cone-like capsules that hold numerous seeds. Eastern cottonwood is an important timber tree and provides food and shelter to a variety of wildlife. It is also widely used in urban landscaping projects.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
2 - 9
Flowers:
Red (male) and green (female) Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Sandy Loamy
Fruits:
brown Fruits In Spring Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
silver,green,white
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Watering Eastern cottonwood (Populus deltoides) outdoors depends on where it is planted and the climate in that area. In hot, dry climates, plan to water the tree once to twice a week for best results. It needs a deep and thorough watering, with each application supplying at least an inch of water. Try to keep the soil consistently moist, but not saturated, and avoid overwatering. In climates with more moderate temps, water every 2 to 3 weeks. Be sure to check the soil about 12 inches deep. If it feels dry, add some water.
sunlight
Eastern cottonwood (Populus deltoides) extends its range widely throughout North America, from Nova Scotia to as far west as Saskatchewan. It prefers full sun with good drainage, so it should get at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. If the plant is located in a place with plenty of shade, it should be supplemented with artificial lighting, such as grow lights, if possible. Cottonwood ideally grows in slightly acidic soil that is moist but well-drained. When planting it, be sure to take into account the area's climate and soil type to ensure the best possible growth.
pruning
Eastern cottonwoods (Populus deltoides) should be pruned during the late winter or early spring, when the tree is dormant. Pruning should be minimal in order to preserve the natural form of the tree, and selective pruning should be done to promote good structure and light penetration. When pruning, no more than 25-30% of the tree's crown should be removed in any given year in order to avoid shock. Dead branches and crossing or rubbing branches should also be removed in order to increase air flow and light penetration.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Eastern cottonwood typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Populus deltoides typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
