Description
Populus brandegeei (also called Brandegee's Poplar, Brandegee's Cottonwood, and Brandegee's Cottonwood Poplar, among many other common names) is a small, deciduous tree native to western North America. It typically grows in wet areas, such as wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of streams and lakes.
Uses & Benefits
Populus brandegeei is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and for making baskets, furniture, and other items.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Populus brandegeei has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are slender and upright.
Cultivation and Propagation
Populus brandegeei is a fast-growing tree that can reach up to 40 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by cuttings in the spring or early summer. Plant the cuttings in a moist, well-drained soil and keep them in a bright, sunny location.