What does a poplar tree look like?
A poplar has smooth light gray bark. Its leaves are about the size and shape of a pointy webbed hand. Its a fast growing tree. It grows straight up with few or no limbs until it reaches the sunlight. That’s what makes it easily recognizable. Another distinguishing characteristic is its large yellow tulip-like flowers. It’s good for making tomato or bean stakes out of when it’s small because it’s so straight.
