Populus Purple Tower 10/12cm Girth

Populus ‘Purple Tower’ – Bold Upright Form with Striking Burgundy Foliage

Populus ‘Purple Tower’ is a striking deciduous tree known for its columnar form and dramatic purple-bronze foliage. With a strong vertical habit and dense canopy, it makes an excellent architectural feature or screening tree for modern landscapes. The 10/12 cm girth size represents a well-established, impactful specimen ready for instant landscape presence.

This fast-growing poplar offers seasonal drama, architectural form, and rich coloration from spring to autumn—ideal for designers seeking height, contrast, and elegance in minimal space.

Seasonal Beauty & Growth

Spring:
Emerging foliage is flushed with deep burgundy-purple tones, creating an immediate visual impact as the tree breaks dormancy.

Summer:
Leaves retain their rich coloration, darkening to a glossy purple-bronze. The upright habit remains clean and narrow, perfect for small or tight spaces needing vertical emphasis.

Autumn:
The foliage gradually turns to warmer reddish tones before falling, providing a final burst of seasonal interest.

Winter:
Deciduous in winter, the tree’s upright branching and tall, narrow silhouette continue to add structure to the landscape.

Structure & Form

• Form: Narrow, columnar to fastigiate shape

• Height at Maturity: Up to 10–15 m

• Spread at Maturity: Approx. 2–3 m

• Foliage: Broad, glossy leaves with deep purple-bronze coloring through the growing season

• Girth Size (Supplied): 10/12 cm girth – indicative of a semi-mature, landscape-ready specimen

• Growth Rate: Fast – can add 60+ cm of height per year in ideal conditions

Perfect for Various Landscapes

Urban Screening & Privacy: Its narrow habit is ideal for tight urban plots or alongside boundaries where lateral space is limited.

Architectural Planting: Use as a tall, upright feature in rows, avenues, or formal garden layouts for structure and contrast.

Contemporary Designs: The deep foliage color and upright form work beautifully in modern planting schemes.

Windbreaks & Shelterbelts: Planted in lines, it can act as a windbreak without casting wide shadows or dominating space.

Growing Conditions & Care

• Position: Full sun preferred to enhance leaf coloration. Will tolerate light shade.

• Soil: Moist, fertile, and well-drained soil. Adaptable to clay and loam; avoid overly dry or compacted soils.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy (UK H6; USDA zones 5–8)

• Watering: Keep well-watered during establishment. Thrives in areas with good moisture availability.

• Maintenance: Generally low-maintenance. Prune lightly in late winter if shaping is required; remove any basal suckers if they develop.

Why Choose Populus ‘Purple Tower’?

• Dramatic Foliage: Deep purple-bronze leaves provide bold contrast in mixed plantings or as a stand-alone specimen.

• Upright Form: Perfect for narrow spaces, avenues, or modern garden layouts requiring vertical lines.

• Fast Growing: Quickly adds height and screening without the bulk of broader trees.

• Architectural Impact: Brings formality, color, and motion to contemporary and traditional settings alike.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Grasses & Perennials: Pair with Miscanthus, Panicum, or Salvia ‘Caradonna’ for layered texture and color contrast.

• Formal Plantings: Underplant with clipped Buxus, Heuchera, or Lavandula for a neat, structured base.

• Mixed Trees: Use alongside silver-leaved trees like Pyrus salicifolia ‘Pendula’ or Betula utilis for contrast in color and form.

• Reflective Surfaces: Ideal near water or stone to enhance the impact of its dark foliage and upright form.

Populus ‘Purple Tower’ is a fast-growing, bold-feature tree that combines architectural style with rich seasonal color. In a 10/12 cm girth size, it offers immediate impact and is ready to define borders, screen views, or punctuate a design with height and elegance.

Populus Purple Tower 10/12cm Girth Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.