Sargent Straight Plains Cottonwood
Populus sargentii 'Jeronimus'
Tree Type: large shade tree
Hardiness Zone: 4
Height: 70 to 80 feet
Spread: 40 to 50 feet
Sun: full
Soil Composition: indifferent, adaptable to soil types and pH levels
Water Needs: moderate
Growth Rate: fast
Maintenance: low
Description: A variety drawn from the native cottonwood. Large, fast-growing shade tree that is a male clone, so there is no cottonwood seeds and fluff to deal with.
Ornamental Features: A straight, uniform grower that is not often found in cottonwoods. High canopy. Triangle-shaped light green, glossy leaves with yellow fall color. Mature trees develop the typical cottonwood look with thick, rough bark with a more broad, rounded canopy form.
Planting & Growing: Plant this tree in a place with lots of room to grow. Can work well as a windbreak. Best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. The fruit can be messy in the landscape and may require occasional clean-up. Tolerates both dry conditions and heavy watering. Not particular to soil type or pH levels, and is able to handle environmental salt. Highly tolerant of urban settings.
Source: Fort Collins Wholesale Nursery & Echter’s Plant Finder
Populus sargentii 'Jeronimus'
Tree Type: large shade tree
Hardiness Zone: 4
Height: 70 to 80 feet
Spread: 40 to 50 feet
Sun: full
Soil Composition: indifferent, adaptable to soil types and pH levels
Water Needs: moderate
Growth Rate: fast
Maintenance: low
Description: A variety drawn from the native cottonwood. Large, fast-growing shade tree that is a male clone, so there is no cottonwood seeds and fluff to deal with.
Ornamental Features: A straight, uniform grower that is not often found in cottonwoods. High canopy. Triangle-shaped light green, glossy leaves with yellow fall color. Mature trees develop the typical cottonwood look with thick, rough bark with a more broad, rounded canopy form.
Planting & Growing: Plant this tree in a place with lots of room to grow. Can work well as a windbreak. Best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. The fruit can be messy in the landscape and may require occasional clean-up. Tolerates both dry conditions and heavy watering. Not particular to soil type or pH levels, and is able to handle environmental salt. Highly tolerant of urban settings.
Source: Fort Collins Wholesale Nursery & Echter’s Plant Finder
Populus sargentii 'Jeronimus'
Tree Type: large shade tree
Hardiness Zone: 4
Height: 70 to 80 feet
Spread: 40 to 50 feet
Sun: full
Soil Composition: indifferent, adaptable to soil types and pH levels
Water Needs: moderate
Growth Rate: fast
Maintenance: low
Description: A variety drawn from the native cottonwood. Large, fast-growing shade tree that is a male clone, so there is no cottonwood seeds and fluff to deal with.
Ornamental Features: A straight, uniform grower that is not often found in cottonwoods. High canopy. Triangle-shaped light green, glossy leaves with yellow fall color. Mature trees develop the typical cottonwood look with thick, rough bark with a more broad, rounded canopy form.
Planting & Growing: Plant this tree in a place with lots of room to grow. Can work well as a windbreak. Best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. The fruit can be messy in the landscape and may require occasional clean-up. Tolerates both dry conditions and heavy watering. Not particular to soil type or pH levels, and is able to handle environmental salt. Highly tolerant of urban settings.
Source: Fort Collins Wholesale Nursery & Echter’s Plant Finder