Populus nigra - Black poplar

Black poplar grows fast to 25-30m height and 15-20m width while developing a spreading, loose crown. The bark in the early years is light drab, smooth and over the years it turns into a dark grey colour with reticulated and deep wrinkles. Black poplar prefers a sunny, warm location with calcareous, sandy or adobe soil. They can reach the age of 200-250.