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Populus sargentii
Plains Cottonwood
     
  
     
Principal large leafed cottonwood species found along prairie streams. An excellent shade tree, producing large leaves.
 
Growth Rate:  Fast
Maximum Height: 60-80 ft.
Maximum Width: 40 ft.
Zone: 3-7
Type: Native
Flower Color: Catkins/None
Flower Time: May
   Plant Type:  Deciduous
Growth Habit:  Tree
Water Req.:  Medium-Wet
Light Req.:  Sun
Soil Req.:  Light-Heavy
Plant Catalog classifications
Water Requirements (H20)
Wet = Saturate, withstands flood
Medium = Moist, requires good drainage
Dry = Drought tolerant, minimal water		 Soil Types
Light = sandy
Medium = loam
Heavy = clay