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Populus tremuloides

quaking aspen

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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Height: 25-55 ft
Spread: 15-25 ft
Hardiness Zone: 1-7


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Average
Dry
Ecoregion
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
Ornamental Interest
Fall Foliage
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Host Plant
Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
Tolerance
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Urban Environment
Salt Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Specimen
Naturalize
Hedge/screening
Rain Garden
Massing
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
Bright Yellow to Bronze Fall Foliage
Growth Habit
Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution