quaking aspen
Populus tremuloides
A fast-growing deciduous tree known for its small, flattened petioles that cause leaves to quiver in the slightest breeze. It displays brilliant yellow to orange fall foliage and is excellent for wildlife habitat.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Succession Role
Native to the United States
Native Range
North American native
Native to: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation