January 28th Birth Flower Spotlight, Black Poplar
Black Poplar: The Birth Flower of January 28th Black Poplar (Populus nigra) is a striking deciduous tree native to Europe, Asia, and parts of North Africa. It thrives in riverbanks and wetland areas, often growing along streams and floodplains. The Black Poplar is known for its tall stature, reaching heights of up to 30 meters, and its wide, heart-shaped leaves that are dark green on top and paler beneath. The tree has an unmistakable, columnar shape and a bark that is dark and deeply ridged, giving it a robust and imposing appearance....