Tristis Poplar vs American Bladdernut - TreeTime.ca

Tristis Poplar vs American Bladdernut

Staphylea trifolia

Populus x Tristis

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American Bladdernut
Tristis Poplar

American Bladdernut is a fast-growing, ornamental shrub native to eastern North America. It can be grown as a large shrub or trained as a small tree. The small, drooping, white flowers are bell-shaped and grow in clusters. They appear in mid to late spring, attracting various pollinators. Well suited as an understory plant as it prefers shady and partial sun location with moist soils.

The blossoms mature into papery seed capsules and have been described as miniature Japanese lanterns. They are commonly used in dried flower arrangements. The seeds found within the pods are edible, and have a taste similar to pistachios. They can be eaten raw, used in baking or made into a sweet cooking oil.

Care should be taken when planting American Bladdernut, as it can spread quickly. It is prone to suckering and will self-seed. Plant the right tree in the right place.

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.

American Bladdernut Quick Facts

Tristis Poplar Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 4 m (12 ft)
Height: 12 m (39 ft)
Spread: 5 m (15 ft)
Spread: 8 m (25 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: shade, partial shade
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Flowers: white
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: medium
Suckering: high


In row spacing: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)