Lombardy Poplar Hedging | Populus nigra 'Italica'
Strikingly tall and slender
Grown by Cameron
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
Bare Root Plant (5-7 per metre)
60-90cm inc. roots on arrival
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Lombardy Poplar Hedging
Populus nigra 'Italica'
- Italica is a large, vigorous and slender deciduous tree that makes a striking hedge
- Lombardy Poplar has an unmistakeable tall, slender form. Its leaves are oval and bright green, with crimson red male catkins in spring
- A fully hardy plant which can reach a height of approx 30m but can easily be maintained at lower heights
- Best grown in a sunny spot, Poplar tolerates all soil conditions. It is excellent for extremely wet conditions, windy areas and coastal situations where there is salt spray and is particularly useful as a boundary hedge
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
What to expect
Height on arrival
Eventual height
Eventual spread
Habit
Hardiness
Spacing
Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
While the Lombardy Poplar Hedging is primarily used for hedging, it can be kept in a large container (at least 50 litres) for its first few years.
How big does it get?
The Lombardy Poplar Hedging typically reaches a mature height of 10 to 15 metres and a spread of 8 to 10 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Lombardy Poplar Hedging generally prefers full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden boundaries.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The Lombardy Poplar Hedging is versatile and will grow well in most soil types, provided they are relatively well-drained.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Lombardy Poplar Hedging thrives in moist conditions and requires about 25 to 50 millimetres of water per week.
Will this plant need pruning?
The Lombardy Poplar Hedging does not strictly need pruning, but can be lightly trimmed to maintain its shape and remove any dead or damaged wood.
How hardy is this plant?
Populus nigra 'Italica' is fully hardy with an RHS rating of H6, tolerating temperatures down to -20°C and performing reliably across the UK.
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Cameron is mad about plants, which is lucky, really, because he’s absolutely surrounded by them here at the nursery. Having studied at the Student Plant Unit at Pershore College, Cameron went on to compete at the Grand Finals for the 2022 Horticulturist of the Year Awards. With a team of dedicated growers on hand to help, Cameron utilises our industry-leading nursery (and the lovely, fertile conditions of the Cotswolds) to grow shrubs that aren’t just good-looking, they’re good-growing too.
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