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plains cottonwood
Populus deltoides


  United States

Synonyms
Populus sargentii
Dimensions
Height: 60.0 ft. to 80.0 ft.
Spread: 50.0 ft. to 60.0 ft.
Growth Form
Tree
Wildlife Uses
Aquatic Invertebrates, Fish, Grassland Birds, Large Mammals, Medium-Sized Mammals, Pollinators/ Invertebrates, Raptors, Riparian Birds, Shrubland Birds, Small Mammals, Wetland Birds, Woodland Birds
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Water Requirements
Moderate
Plant Community
Foothills, Plains
Season of Bloom
March, April, May
Flower Color
Red Shades, Yellow Shades
Leaf Color
Green Shades
Aggressiveness
Readily Seeds
Design Considerations
Fall Color
Other Considerations
Deer Tolerant, Weak Wood
Duration
Perennial
Soil Type
Gravel, Loam, Sandy
Pests/Disease Prone
No City Data
Hazards/Toxic
No City Data.

Notes

Flora of North America recognizes three subspecies of P. deltoides, all native to the U.S. Subspecies deltoides is native to the eastern U.S.  Subspecies monilifera and wislizenii are both native to Colorado; monilifera is found on the east slope and wislizenii on the west.


Can be a messy plant in the landscape and is best not planted close to buildings. This species will draw many bird species to it.