Poplar

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Hybrid Poplar 
Populus deltoides x nigra

Hybrid Poplar is very intolerant of shade.  It lives 20 to 40 years, and grows to a height of 40 to 60 feet.  It prefers well-drained soil.  It has fair wildlife value. It grows very fast.  It is one of the fastest growing full sized trees.  While short-lived, it is useful in windbreaks/shelterbelts.  It is highly susceptible to deer browse, and protective measures should be taken in areas of high deer population. 

Photos can be viewed at:

http://www.arborday.org/trees/treeguide/print.cfm?ID=31