Prairie Sky is a columnar form that was developed by the Morden Experiment Station in Winnipeg, Canada. The tree is suggested for use in shelter belts and hedges. In addition to excellent cold hardiness, the tree is listed as being disease resistant and seedless.
Poplars are problem-prone plants that require more care than other trees.
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