American or Quaking Aspen
Populus tremuloides
This fast-growing deciduous tree has shimmering leaves that tremble in the breeze. Its smooth white bark, vibrant green foliage, and brilliant golden-yellow fall color make it a visually appealing and low-maintenance choice.
Plant Type:
Tree
Water Needs:
Average
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Height: 20 -
50 ft
Spread: 10 -
30 ft
Duration:
- Perennial
Season of Interest:
Countries:
- Canada
- United States
Ecoregion Level II:
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- 5.3 - Atlantic Highlands (USA)
- 5.3 - Atlantic Highlands (Canada)
- 8.1 - Mixed Wood Plains (USA)
- 8.2 - Central USA Plains
- 8.1 - Mixed Wood Plains (Canada)
- 9.3 - West-Central Semi-Arid Prairies (USA)
- 9.3 - West-Central Semi-Arid Prairies (Canada)
- 5.2 - Mixed Wood Shield (USA)
- 5.2 - Mixed Wood Shield (Canada)
- 12.1 - Western Sierra Madre Piedmont
- 13.1 - Upper Gila Mountains
- 7.1 - Marine West Coast Forests (Lower 48)
- 11.1 - Mediterranean California
- 6.2 - Western Cordillera (USA)
- 6.2 - Western Cordillera (Canada)
- 10.1 - Cold Deserts (USA)
- 10.1 - Cold Deserts (Canada)
- 10.2 - Warm Deserts
- 7.1 - Marine West Coast Forests (Canada)