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California Native Plant

Populus fremontii

Fremont or Western Cottonwood

Plant photo of: Populus fremontii
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

The Fremont cottonwood is a fast growing deciduous tree that reaches 40-60 ft. with bright yellow fall color. The cottonwood does well with moderate water or in flooded areas. It is native to California, Arizona, and into Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40', 40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Medium, High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park, With Rocks

Special Uses

Shade Tree, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.

By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.