{"product_id":"populus-nigra-afghanica-theves-poplar","title":"Populus nigra 'Afghanica' (Theves Poplar)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePopulus nigra 'Afghanica' (Theves Poplar)\u003c\/strong\u003e, 'Afghanica' is valued in the landscape for character, form, and seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLombardy Poplar (Populus nigra 'Italica') , narrow columnar fast-growing tree, classic windbreak species. Short-lived (often 15 to 30 yr).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull sun suits this species. Plant in moist, well-drained; tolerates a range soil. Hardy USDA Zone 3 to 8. Susceptible to canker and various leaf diseases. Aggressive shallow roots, site away from foundations and septic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a Pacific Northwest native tree of similar character, consider \u003cstrong\u003eAcer macrophyllum\u003c\/strong\u003e (Bigleaf Maple) for canopy, \u003cstrong\u003eCornus nuttallii\u003c\/strong\u003e (Pacific Dogwood) for spring bloom, or \u003cstrong\u003eArbutus menziesii\u003c\/strong\u003e (Pacific Madrone) for evergreen sculpture and red bark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dragonfly Farm \u0026 Nursery","offers":[{"title":"15-gallon \/ Blue Heron","offer_id":44009549365336,"sku":"03406579","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/dragonflyfarmlanglois.com\/products\/populus-nigra-afghanica-theves-poplar","provider":"Dragonfly Farm \u0026 Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}