Encyclopedia · Salicaceae · Populus simonii
TreeCouncil listed
Populus simonii
Simon Poplar
Populus · Salicaceae
Simon Poplar (Populus simonii) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 20 m high and 8 m spread, with a oval canopy form. Its noted amenity value is interesting foliage. Its recorded local performance is somewhat reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Populus
Family
Salicaceae
Common name
Simon Poplar
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Populus simonii belongs to the Populus genus within the Salicaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Wet soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Fast
Mature size
20 m H × 8 m W
Landscape use
Limit use
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Populus simonii verified observation photograph — iNaturalist · no rights reserved

