Quebec Poplar vs Bitternut Hickory - TreeTime.ca

Quebec Poplar vs Bitternut Hickory

Carya cordiformis

Populus x P38P38

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Bitternut Hickory
Quebec Poplar

Bitternut Hickory is a large deciduous tree that makes a great shade tree for yards and parks. This tree is native to Eastern North America. Although it produces nuts, they are bitter and inedible. Some consider this wood to be the best flavour for smoking meats.

Plant Bitternut Hickory in it’s forever home. It is difficult to transplant due to its long taproot, and may not survive.

The wood is strong and has historically been used for wheels, ladders, and furniture.

A hybrid of Simon's Poplar and Balsam Poplar, Quebec Poplar is a fast-growing deciduous tree. This particular selection was one of the finalists for the Quebec Ministry of Forest's Hybrid Poplar breeding program.

It is useful for quickly establishing a privacy screen or as part of a shelterbelt, and prefers moist soil. Disease resistance is likely high as is cold hardiness.

Quebec is a province with a strong forestry sector and we are excited to be offering this variety.

Bitternut Hickory Quick Facts

Quebec Poplar Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 2a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 13 m (42 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: any
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: yes
Catkins: yes
Bark: ridged, durable
Nuts: bitter
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: medium




Other Names: swamp hickory