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Any tree experts...can anyone identify this for me?

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SherlockMoans · 30/04/2011 13:33

OK I am in the UK,

Planted by old neighbours possibly about 10 years ago - approx 6-7 m tall

Currently shedding hundreds of dandelion type seeds from its green coloured catkins - last year was the first time it did this and the garden looked like it was covered in cotton wool.

I think its deciduous

The leaves are small oval pale/mid green colour.

Trunk is solid at the bottom breaking into lots of smaller branches which sway a lot in the wind. Branches/trunk itself are greenish grey.

Desperately need to identify it as its now above fascia level on the house and is only (max) 2 m from our house.

I have photographed it & will try to put on profile if needed!!

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SherlockMoans · 30/04/2011 14:01

Looks like a possible but the shape of the tree as a whole is more spread out than conical - not sure if the leaves are serrated on the edges or smooth.

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PaisleyLeaf · 30/04/2011 14:04

Willow?

PaisleyLeaf · 30/04/2011 14:09

... I just mean almond leaf - not weeping.

IngridBergman · 30/04/2011 14:17

Oh our neighbours have got one of these...tiny fairies everywhere at the moment! Smile It's not an aspen,I don't think. I'm two doors away so not close enough to see, but it is very pretty.

Goblinchild · 30/04/2011 14:20

Sounds like a willow, our local park is full of them seeding ATM.
There are dozens of different varieties.

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SherlockMoans · 30/04/2011 14:47

Its very hard to get UK based info on this, the photos on gardners world are apalling and im coming to the decision its probably not a "native" tree.

I'm leaning towards poplar apparently they put out suckers, which would account for its unusual shape!

To be fair its a beauiful tree, we could just do with it being a few metres further from the house!! Unfortunately the house next door is rented so I guess I will just have to ask the letting agent to get someone to have a look at it/identify it and mention I will hold them legally liable if it damages roof or foundations!!

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Bluebell123 · 30/04/2011 14:53

Might be worth getting in touch with King and Co, the FABULOUS tree nursery in Rayne, nr Braintree, Essex for their opinion. They are v knowledgeable and helpful.

neversaydie · 30/04/2011 14:54

Fluffy seeds would suggest poplar to me.

fruitshootsandheaves · 30/04/2011 14:58

I once sent a leaf of to the royal horticultural society with a letter asking if they could identify it. They sent a lovely letter back telling me what the plant was and all about it.
I still have the plant but can't remember what it was. Blush Maybe I should send another leaf with a note 'sorry I forgot what you told me it was 25 years ago, could you remind me'
you could try that if you're really keen Grin

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