Lombardy Poplar
Populus nigra var. italica'
Wildlife Value
Limited wildlife value; some songbirds use for nesting, especially English sparrows. Introduced from Europe.
| Growth form | columnar to ovoid |
| Crown density | moderate |
| Size | to 40' high 10 to 15' spread |
| Drought resistance |
poor |
| Cold hardiness | excellent |
| Growth rate | rapid |
| Life span | short (about 15 years) |
| Elevation range |
to 8,000 feet |
| Soil conditions |
needs moist soils or supplemental water |
| Possible insect problems |
fall webworm |
| Possible disease problems |
bacterial wetwood; cytospora canker |
| Wildlife value | low |
| Seasonal color | not conspicuous |
| Miscellany | best for temporary protection only; not good for windbreaks because of short life span |