2018-NA Z39 | Arboretum

Narrow Leaf Cottonwood

Catalogue A#2018-NA Z39

GPS 45D 43'50"N / 108D 37' 32" W

Nicknamed " The Nine Brothers Baseball Team"

CRITIQUE

Cottonwoods are a large, fast-growing tree found growing along streams, rivers, and lowland areas. It is native to eastern and western North America through the Midwest. Due to its large size, weak wood, and penetrating roots, it is best used on large properties away from residential areas. At the Yellowstone Arboretum it is found growing native especially along the Canyon Creek Waterway. Another fine example can be found on the northern end of the back bridge heading towards Dottie's garden.

Botanical name: Populus deltoides
All Common Names: Eastern cottonwood, Plains Cottonwood, Narrow Leaf Cottonwood
Family (English): Willow
Family (Botanic): Salicaceae
       Planting Site: Residential and parks
       Tree or Plant Type: Tree
       Foliage: Deciduous (seasonally loses leaves)
       Native Locale: Chicago area, Illinois, North America
       Landscape Uses: Shade tree, Specimen
       Size Range: Large tree (more than 40 feet)
Mature Height: 75-100 feet
Mature Width: 50-75 feet
       Light Exposure: Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily)
       Hardiness Zones: Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5 , Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
       Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil, Wet soil
       Acid Soils: Tolerant
       Alkaline Soils: Tolerant
       Salt Spray: Tolerant
       Soil Salt: Intolerant
       Drought Conditions: Tolerant
       Poor Drainage: Tolerant
       Planting Considerations: Highly susceptible to ice damage, Roots prone to invading sewer pipes, Weak wood and branch structure
       Ornamental Interest: Attractive bark
       Season of Interest: Early fall
       Flower Color & Fragrance: Inconspicuous
       Shape or Form: Irregular, Pyramidal, Round
       Growth Rate: Fast
       Transplants Well: Yes
       Wildlife: Mammals, Sapsuckers, SongbirdsPlains Cottonwood,