Populus nigra Italica Lombardy Poplar screens

Populus nigra Italica Lombardy Poplar screensPopulus nigra Italica, known as Lombardy Poplar, is a large, narrowly columnar deciduous tree with a high tolerance to exposure. Crimson male catkins appear before the leaves open in early spring. The leaves are diamond shaped and begin life as a glowing bronze, mature to bright green and finally age to a brilliant gold in autumn. The Lombardy Poplar is a tall and vigorously growing tree, and is often seen lining country roads, driveways and avenues,

Banksia petiolaris is a superb addition to Australian native landscapes

colour and dense foliage

Soil: Prefers to be grown in humus-rich

creating a stunning display that enhances any garden decor

which develop into delicious blue berries during summer

Mulch is beneficial

or Sceptre Banksia dwarf

Prune after flowering (early spring) to desired height and shape

low-growing shrub that forms a mounded

grass-like leaves add a vibrant touch to gardens

or allow it to spill gracefully from pots and hanging baskets for a softer look

is an outstanding shrub/ small tree with soft leaves that are grey-green and velvety to the touch