Forest Facts

Historically, Yellow-Poplar is one of the most important tree species in the eastern United States. Early settlers used the massive tree, with its easy-to-work wood characteristics, to build homes and make furniture, among other uses. The species is found throughout Anderson-Tully Company’s upland holdings, where it grows together with red oak, beech, magnolia, and hickory. Yellow-Poplar puts out large seed crops at irregular intervals. Seeds have been found to still be viable in the duff seven years after falling. Therefore, the species will remain a prominent part of our upland forest. Yellow-Poplar is characterized by total heights ranging from 100-120 feet with arrow-straight boles. Diameters of 60-year-old trees will easily attain 2-3 feet and maximum sizes can be much larger.

Wood Facts

Most commonly known as Yellow-Poplar, Poplar is a light wood; it planes and machines well and has very little tendency to split when nailed. It has an excellent reputation for taking and holding stain and paint. It also glues well and is excellent for average length and width. Principal uses for Poplar are in furniture and furniture veneers, mouldings and millwork, sidings, musical instruments, crates, pallets, and containers. It is popular for lineal paint-grade moulding.

Approximate Annual Production: 4MM

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