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Populus x jackii 'Aurora' (Variated balm of Gilead)

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Skill rating Intermediate
skill rating
Ultimate spread 8m
max. spread
Ultimate height 15m
max. height
Time to maturity 20-50 years
to maturity
Maintenance level 1 hour care
per year

Botanical name: Populus x jackii 'Aurora'

Other names: Variated balm of Gilead, Ontario poplar, Populus x candicans 'Aurora', Populus candicans Aurora


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Genus: Populus

Variety or cultivar: 'Aurora' _ 'Aurora' is a fast-growing, deciduous tree. It has heart-shaped leaves that are balsam-scented when new. Its foliage emerges pink-tinted with cream splashes and gradually greens through the season.

Populus x jackii 'Aurora' is: Deciduous

Foliage: Green, Cream in Summer

Fragrance: New leaves have a balsam scent

Tree shape: Conical

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Specific diseases: Bacterial canker

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Pruning: Pollarding in late winter will improve variegation. REGISTER to read more...

Propagation methods: Softwood cuttings. REGISTER to read more...


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Populus x jackii 'Aurora' (Variated balm of Gilead) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 8m after 20-50 years.


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Suggested uses: Architectural, Banks and Slopes, Hedging/Screens, Specimen tree, Wildlife

Cultivation: Plant in moist, free-draining soil. This vigorous growing tree is for large gardens and should not be planted near buildings.

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Soil types: Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) Match unknown
Soil drainage: Moist but well-drained, Well-drained Match unknown
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral Match unknown
Light: Full Sun Match unknown
Aspect: South, East, West Match unknown
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered Match unknown
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) Match unknown

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