Water
Water young trees regularly to establish a strong root system. Mature trees are drought-tolerant but benefit from deep watering during prolonged dry periods, especially in summer, to maintain vigor. Avoid waterlogging.
Also known as Abele · Abele Tree · Bela Topola (serbian)
White Poplar (Populus alba) is a fast-growing, deciduous tree known for its silvery-white leaf undersides. Valued for shade and erosion control, it can be invasive due to
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun for best growth and form.
90% intensity
Moderate to high, especially when young. Established trees tolerate some drought.
60% intensity
Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained loams. Tolerates various soil types.
50% intensity
Highly adaptable to a wide range of temperatures, from cold winters to hot summers.
70% intensity
Outdoor
50% intensity
Generally not needed for mature trees; young trees may benefit from a balanced fertilizer.
30% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Generally considered non-toxic to mildly toxic. Contains salicin, which can be harmful in very large quantities if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water young trees regularly to establish a strong root system. Mature trees are drought-tolerant but benefit from deep watering during prolonged dry periods, especially in summer, to maintain vigor. Avoid waterlogging.
Prune in late winter or early spring while the tree is dormant to remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches. Regular removal of suckers from the base and around the tree is crucial to manage its spread and maintain a desired form.
White Poplar is easily propagated from hardwood or softwood cuttings taken in late winter or early spring. It also readily produces suckers from its extensive root system, which can be carefully dug up and transplanted to establish new trees.
Repotting is not applicable for mature White Poplar trees as they are large, permanent landscape plants. Young saplings grown in containers should be transplanted to their final outdoor location when they are well-rooted and ready for permanent placement.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| kingdom | Plantae |
| division | Tracheophyta |
| class | Magnoliopsida |
| order | Malpighiales |
| family | Salicaceae |
| genus | Populus |
| species | Populus alba |
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