In this episode of ID That Tree, Purdue Extension forester Lenny Farlee introduces the Balsam Poplar. This species is found in the North Woods of Northern Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan ...

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This research characterized the initial assembly of the microbiome in several types of poplar trees. The study found that the composition of the microbiome changed dramatically over time.

A new cottonwood-poplar hybrid tree from the University of Minnesota can grow up to eight feet per year. Scientists hope the tree will meet the need for more shade in the state.