Black Cottonwood

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