Sun: full sun

Soil: tolerant of many soil types; best in rich bottomlands with plenty of moisture

Growth rate: fast (2+ ft/yr)

Mature size: 70-100 ft. height, 40-70 ft. spread

Landscape use: shade, ornamental, riparian restoration

Fruit: aggregate and spherical; persists through winter, breaks apart in spring

Flower: not showy

Fall color: yellow

Seasonal interest: broad lush green leaves; trunk and branches dappled white/gray-ish

Sustaining wildlife: provides food and nesting site for hummingbirds; host to White-Marked Tussock Moth