| Fast growing columnar tree, grown for hedges, privacy screens and windbreaks grows to about 50 ft. and will cast a dense shade. Somewhat disease-prone which can make it short-lived. Attractive yellow fall color. Full sun tree that is drought tolerant, prefers Mediterranean-like climates that are not very humid. Black Lombardy Poplar 'Italica' is a selection native to Italy. Zone 3-9. |
