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Old 05-28-2007, 05:01 PM   #11
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Originally Posted by ken0042 View Post
OK, I'll bite. I've heard people say to stay away from poplar, but I have never heard why. Aren't they a fast growing tree? So if I live in a new community it will take less time to have a mature tree in my yard?

Once again, I ask because I'm curious.
In addition to the root problems poplars present, they're also the messiest, dirtiest trees around. They drip sap that destroys driveways and vehicles, the stickers they drop are a royal pain, especially with pets, poplar fuzz is wicked for people with allergies and they're among the worst trees for making a mess with their leaves in the fall.
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