Cottonwood Tree old_product_id_6125 plant a few of these 37 plant a few of these plants ● Giant ostrich Type The trees are also described as beautiful and scenic as they can be seen from afar due to their height․ They are commonly used as a fast growing tree to quickly provide shade or aesthetics for a landscape․ As cottonwoods grow older‚ their canopy will spread nicely‚ becoming one of the most noticeable trees in a given landscape․ They can provide bird housing‚ micro habitats for plants‚ and‚ due to their rapid growth‚ a bare lot can be transformed in a matter of several years from an empty space into a lush green environment‚ filled with a diverse range of life and the soothing sound of leaves rustling in the wind․ Cottonwoods can grow up to six feet a year in the right environment‚ quickly reaching heights between 50 and 100 feet