ZONE:
2
COLOUR:
Red,
Yellow
HEIGHT:
20-25 m
SPREAD:
16-18 m
ZONE:
2
COLOUR:
Red,
Yellow
HEIGHT:
20-25 m
SPREAD:
16-18 m
It will tolerate a range of soil types and pH, growing best in moist, well-drained conditions and does not tolerate shade. A good pioneer plant, providing habitat for other plants.
Native to Ontario and most of North America.
The leaves are rich in protein and amino acids and can be as nourishing as meat. The bark contains salicin, an ingredient in aspirin.