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- Hardiness
- Hardy to zone 2
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Sizes we grow
Container grown (CG)
- 1 in caliper
- 1.25 in caliper
- 1.5 in caliper
- 1.75 in caliper
- 2 in caliper
- 2.5 in caliper
B&B in pot (BBP), by caliper or height
- 1 in caliper
- 2 in caliper
- 2.5 in caliper
About this plant
Populus tremuloides, commonly known as quaking aspen, is a deciduous tree celebrated for its slender, white bark and iconic, delicate, trembling leaves. The leaves are round to triangular with serrated edges, fluttering gracefully even in the slightest breeze due to flat leaf stalks. It is known for its golden-yellow fall foliage, creating stunning seasonal landscapes. This fast-growing species thrives in a variety of environments, often forming large groves through root suckering. It is an excellent choice for naturalistic plantings and erosion control, offering ecological benefits by providing habitat and shade in woodlands and riparian zones.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Fast
- Mature size (HxW): 20–80' x 15–30'
- Habit: Upright, columnar to oval
- Bloom/interest: Golden fall foliage, white bark, fluttering leaves
- Hardiness zone: 1–7
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate