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Lombardy poplars are fast-growing trees, growing as much as 6 feet per year.
In addition to being planted as privacy screens, they have been used to line golf courses.
The foliage turns yellow in the fall.
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As the tree ages, the bark blackens and develops furrows.
Lombardy poplar trees are usually planted in the spring or fall.
However, the problem with male trees is that they produce abundant pollen, which can be allergenic.
The Spruce / K. Dave
The Spruce / K. Dave
Light
Grow Lombardy poplar trees in full sun.
Soil
Lombardy poplars will do well in soil that is sandy, loamy, or very loamy.
It should be well-drained.
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Water
This tree has medium water needs.
About 1 inch of water every two weeks through rainfall or irrigation will suffice.
In hot and humid climates, this tree is even more susceptible toCytosporacanker.
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Fertilizer
Unless the soil is very poor, the tree usually grows vigorously without any fertilizer.
The wood itself is weak and you’ve got the option to expect frequent limb breakage.
You have to be careful when working around the trees because the bark is thin and easily damaged.
Overwintering
The tree is hardy to USDA zone 3 and does not need any winter protection.
Almost all of these trees develop stem canker disease by the time they are 15 years old.
