This large deciduous tree has a trunk that is deeply furrowed and spreading brittle branches that form a rounded crown. It has dark green leaves that turn golden in autumn and it produces catkins in spring. 

Hardiness zones 3 to 11 

Populus deltoides is naturally found in Quebec in Canada near the Great Lakes and extending to Florida, Minnesota and Texas in North America. 

It grows in moist woodlands and along river banks preferring a deep ell drained sandy to heavy clay loams with a pH range from 4.5 to 8.0. It grows in an open sunny position and is frost and strong wind tolerant but drought tender.

The American Cottonwood is grown for its majestic habit and is planted in parks and large gardens as specimen for shade. It is also grown along rivers for bank binding or used in a woodland setting. It is suitable for inland regions and establishes in 2 to 3 years and is long lived. ID 17

Note:
Care should be taken not to disturb the roots as it encourages suckering. Take care when selecting a site for planting as this tree requires ample room to grow.

Populus (POP-yoo-lus) deltoides (del-TOY-deez)

'Populus': from arbor populi - people's tree (refers to the ancient Roman use of this tree in public parks); 'deltoides': like Greek letter, Delta (refers to the triangular leaf shape).

Salicaceae (sal-i-KAY-see-ee)
Willow and Poplar Family