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Tristis Poplar vs Butternut (White Walnut)

Populus x Tristis

Juglans cinerea

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Tristis Poplar
Butternut (White Walnut)

Tristis Poplar is a large deciduous tree. It is cold hardy, disease resistant, and relatively drought tolerant. Tristis Poplar loses its leaves later in the year than other Poplars, making it a great ornamental tree in fall.

It's known for its strongly scented balsamic buds and yellow foliage in autumn. Because of its size, Tristis Poplar is most suitable for large properties and will help prevent wind erosion.

Tristis Poplar is slower-growing than many newer hybrids, for a longer useful lifespan. Tristis grows especially well in the southern prairies due to its resistance to cold dry winds.

Butternut is one of the few walnut varieties native to Canada. The nuts are sought after for their mild, sweet, and oily taste. Ensure this tree is planted in full sun and well-drained soil for best results.

Butternut is self-fertile but it has better yields when planted near other butternuts. It can survive in zone 2, but reliably produces nuts in zone 3.

A top CO2 absorbing species. Experts think this tree may help climate change more than others.

Tristis Poplar Quick Facts

Butternut (White Walnut) Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 2b
Height: 12 m (39 ft)
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Spread: 8 m (27 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: yes
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Nuts: brown shell, edible
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: medium
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: none

In row spacing: 2.4 m (8 ft)

Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)


Other Names: demon walnut, oilnut, white walnut