Q&A –What is this tree? A: Eastern Cottonwood

Question:
What is this tree? A: Eastern Cottonwood
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Answer:
This is an Eastern Cottonwood tree. UT Extension Agent Chris Cooper says many people consider eastern cottonwood to be a weed tree. It has little landscape value because it has a short lifespan and brittle wood.
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