Populus fremontii 'Nimbus'
From California Natives Wiki
Species Name: Populus fremontii 'Nimbus'
Common Name: Nimbus Fremont Cottonwood
- This is a male form of Fremont Cottonwood, meaning it does not produce the "cotton" typical of female cottonwoods. A beautiful fast-growing shade tree. Loves water. Roots can be invasive, not good in lawns.
- Plant Family: Salicaceae
- Plant Type: Tree
- Height by Width: 60' H x 20' W
- Growth Habit: Tall, columnar
- Deciduous/Evergreen: Winter deciduous
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Preference: Adaptable
- Water Requirements: Moderate to regular
- Cold Hardy to: 6500'
- Flower Season: Spring
- Flower Color:
- Endangered?: Not Listed
- Distribution: Throughout California, except Modoc Plateau
- Natural Habitat: Alluvial bottomlands, streamsides
- Care and Maintenance
- History
- Other Names
- Links

