Zone 3-7

Extremely fast growth to 80 feet. Crown spreads to 30 feet. Should grow 4 to 8 feet per year. Dark green leaves, spring through fall. Recommended by United States Soil and Water Conservation Service for fast growing shade tree. Long lived, 35 to 50 years. Does not compete well with weeds and grasses. Planting site should be kept mowed and weed free. Plant 50 feet away from drains and sewers. This clone is disease and insect resistant. Hardy from 20 degrees below xero to northern Georgia.