Populus tremuloides
Trembling Aspen, Quaking Aspen
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
12 - 15m
Width:
6 - 9m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
High
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Tolerant
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
Poplars in general have many pests and diseases that influence its appearance, preformance and survival. These pests include Forest Tent Caterpillar, Poplar Petiolegall Aphid, Poplar Sawfly, Poplar Vagabond Aphid and canker.
Management Notes
- Wood is brittle and vulnerable to storm breakage
- Root suckering can be an issue