Populus fremontii
Fremont or Western Cottonwood
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, Wetlands, 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:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.