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Is gray poplar invasive?
Gray poplar is deciduous large tree, a hybrid of the white poplar (Populas alba) and common aspen (Populus tremula). It has favorable characteristics from both parents, which is why it is often used in landscaping. Naturally, gray poplar is commonly found in riparian and coastal forests of Europe. It produces shallow roots that develop dense, wide root sprouts. This plant grows well in most soils but prefers those that are neutral to alkaline. It spreads via seeds that cannot remain viable for long, so they usually sprout fairly quickly. A vigorously growing tree, gray poplar can easily reach heights of 40 m in a very short time span. Although it grows very quickly, it is not considered invasive or a weed by most gardeners and experts, as it poses no risks to local wildlife or plants.
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