Black Cottonwood
Populus trichocarpa

Photo credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

Photo credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery

Photo credit: Seven Oaks Native Nursery
Full Description
Fast growing with dark gray bark. Black cottonwood may be planted as a windbreak. It is dangerous near homes, as the wandering roots will find septic systems and drain fields. It is illegal to plant within Corvallis City limits without the signature of the City Manager.
Plant Details
- Habitat:
- Riparian Forests
Bottomland Forests
Floodplains; Bottomland Forest; Riparian Forest - Mature Height:
- 180’
- Shade Preference:
- Soil Tolerance:
- Moist soils
- Special Uses:
- Attracts birds; Provides wildlife forage, cover and food; Provides bank stabilization; Grown for timber production
- Arboretum Locations:
- Corvallis Waldorf School Native Arboretum
- Year(s) Planted:
- 1996