Spec sheet
- Hardiness
- Hardy to zone 2
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Sizes we grow
Container grown (CG)
- 1.75 in caliper
About this plant
Populus tremuloides 'Dancing Flame®' features exceptional ornamental appeal with its flame-colored foliage that transitions through fiery shades of red, orange, and yellow during the fall. This cultivar of the native quaking aspen is prized for its graceful, fast-growing nature and upright form, making it a strong candidate for landscape designs and large-scale plantings. The iconic trembling, shimmering leaves add movement and texture to outdoor spaces, while its adaptability makes it suited for various climates. 'Dancing Flame®' stands out as a striking focal point in naturalized settings and promotes biodiversity through its appeal to native wildlife.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate, prefers consistently moist soil
- Growth rate: Fast
- Mature size (HxW): 40–50 feet x 20–30 feet
- Habit: Upright and columnar
- Bloom/interest: Fall foliage color, shimmering summer leaves
- Hardiness zone: 2–6
- Soil tolerance: Adaptable; performs well in loam, sandy, or rocky soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate