Prairie Sky Poplar vs Tulip Poplar - TreeTime.ca

Prairie Sky Poplar vs Tulip Poplar

Liriodendron tulipifera

Populus x canadensis Prairie Sky

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Tulip Poplar
Prairie Sky Poplar

Tulip Poplar is the perfect shade tree for wide open spaces. It has a shallow and extensive root system, so ensure you give it space to grow. The attractive and showy, yellow-orange, tulip shaped flowers are where this tree gets its name.

Tulip Poplar is somewhat rare in Canada but highly sought after as it is difficult to grow. Does best in a moist, well-drained soil.

Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Tulip Poplar seeds at SeedTime.ca.

Prairie Sky Poplar is a fast-growing columnar hybrid poplar developed at Agriculture and Agri-food Canada's Morden Research Station. It is adaptable to many soil conditions and seems to do best in the southern-most parts of the prairies.

Good as a shade or shelterbelt tree, it is often used in buffer zones as a visual screen or hedge. Ideal for lining properties, roads, etc.

Tulip Poplar Quick Facts

Prairie Sky Poplar Quick Facts

Lowest Price: $5.99
Zone: 4a
Zone: 2b
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: high