Berlin poplar (Populus berolinensis)
Care, watering, light and tips for Berlin poplar on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Salicaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Berlin poplar
Populus berolinensis, also known as the Berlin Poplar, is a fast-growing deciduous tree, valued for its columnar habit and dense, bright green foliage. It can reach considerable heights, making it ideal for lining avenues, creating windbreaks, or as a specimen tree in parks and large gardens, adding a distinctive vertical structure to the landscape.
Native range
Artificial hybrid, has no natural native origin
Care tips
This poplar thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth. It needs regular watering, especially during its first years and in dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist; it is quite tolerant of humidity. It prefers deep, fertile, and well-drained soils, although it adapts to a wide variety of conditions. A common mistake is planting it too close to buildings or pipes, as its roots can be invasive and cause structural problems.