The leaves of this invasive species of shrubby tree twinkle in the light as they twist in the breeze, showing off their silvery undersides contrasting with med-dark green uppersides.
I know it is invasive, but I ADORE this tree! I actually say a silent greeting to large or extra lovely specimens as I drive past them in the countryside – their silvery twinkling leaves and unique bark with triangular “cutouts” make them easy to spot even at 55mph! Gorgeous!
This native of Eurasia is in the same genus as cottonwoods and aspens. Though this species is not native to America, it grows here widely, appearing as single trees for only a short time before it establishes a new spreading colony.
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