Though not usually associated with New England, quaking aspen has much to offer the native plant enthusiast. Fast-growing with showy bark and leaves, this species supports a myriad of beneficial insects. Though delicately constituted, this tree can thrive where air quality is good and sun is plentiful.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(82) Acadian Plains and Hills |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone |
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(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens |
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Ornamental Interest
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Attracts Wildlife
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Attracts Songbirds |
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Host Plant |
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Pollinator Powerhouse Plant |
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Tolerance
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Deer/Rabbit Resistant |
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Urban Environment |
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Salt Tolerant |
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Drought Tolerant |
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Additional Attributes
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Landscape Use
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Specimen |
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Naturalize |
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Hedge/screening |
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Rain Garden |
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Massing |
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Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
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Bright Yellow to Bronze Fall Foliage |
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Growth Habit
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