Northwest Poplar vs Ironwood Tree - TreeTime.ca

Northwest Poplar vs Ironwood Tree

Ostrya virginiana

Populus x jackii Northwest

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Ironwood Tree
Northwest Poplar

Ironwood Tree is one of the strongest and most resilient trees you will find in North America. In fact, it has the hardest and most dense wood of any North American tree. Prized for its oval shaped canopy and showy winter trunk, this striking shade tree will make a beautiful addition to any yard. Make sure you do not plant near roads as it is highly salt sensitive.

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

Northwest Poplar is a large and fast-growing tree. Due to its wide spread, this tree makes a great shade or shelterbelt tree. Northwest Poplar tolerates partial shade, drought, and most types of soil. This poplar produces no fuzz.

Northwest Poplar continues to be popular as a shelterbelt species due to the great cost savings that come from the wide spread of the branches. It is a staff favorite because of the wonderful shade it provides all summer long.

Note: do not plant near buildings or buried services.

Ironwood Tree Quick Facts

Northwest Poplar Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 2a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Moisture: any
Moisture: any
Light: any
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: very fast
Life span: long
Life span: short
Suckering: none
Suckering: high


In row spacing: 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)


Other Names: balm of gilead, jacks aspen, jacks hybrid poplar