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Populus x jackii 'Aurora' (Variated balm of Gilead)
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15m
Max height
Max height
8m
Max spread
Max spread
20-50 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Populus x jackii 'Aurora'
Other names
Variated balm of Gilead, Ontario poplar, Populus x candicans 'Aurora', Populus candicans Aurora
Genus
Populus 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
Fragrance
New leaves have a balsam scent
Tree shape
Conical
Foliage
Green, Cream in Summer
How to care
Watch out for
Bacterial canker Bacterial canker
General care
Pruning
Pollarding in late winter will improve variegation
Propagation methods
Softwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Populus x jackii 'Aurora' (Variated balm of Gilead) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 8m after 20-50 years.
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.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Populus x jackii 'Aurora'
Other names
Variated balm of Gilead, Ontario poplar, Populus x candicans 'Aurora', Populus candicans Aurora
Genus
Populus 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.
Foliage
Deciduous
Fragrance
New leaves have a balsam scent
Tree shape
Conical
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Colour
Foliage
Green, Cream in Summer
How to care
Watch out for
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
Pollarding in late winter will improve variegation
Propagation methods
Softwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Populus x jackii 'Aurora' (Variated balm of Gilead) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 8m after 20-50 years.
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.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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| Aspect: | South, East, West | Tell us... |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | Tell us... |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | Tell us... |
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