Description
Trembling Aspen
Scientific Name: Populus tremuloides
Bring movement and golden fall colour to your landscape with Trembling Aspen (Populus tremuloides), one of the most widespread native trees in British Columbia. Its fluttering leaves and glowing autumn display are unmistakable.
Trembling Aspen is well adapted to the varied soils of Interior BC, from moist draws to drier slopes. Its smooth pale bark, quaking leaves, and brilliant gold fall colour make it excellent for shade, screening, and watershed restoration.
Growing naturally in forests, clearings, and moist ground, this fast-growing tree spreads by roots to form groves that provide habitat, shade, and dramatic seasonal colour.
Features
- Native to British Columbia and much of Canada
- Fluttering leaves and golden fall colour
- Smooth, pale, attractive bark
- Fast-growing and spreads to form groves
- Provides shade and screening
- Creates important wildlife habitat
- Ideal for watershed and reforestation plantings
Growing Information
Mature Height: 10 to 25 m (33 to 82 ft)
Spread: 3 to 8 m (10 to 26 ft)
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Requirements: Moist to moderately dry, well-drained soils
Moisture Requirements: Low to moderate
Hardiness Zone: 1 to 6
Ecological Benefits
Trembling Aspen groves provide critical habitat, offering nesting cavities, browse, and cover for a wide range of birds and mammals. Its spreading roots stabilize soil and its rapid growth aids reforestation. This species supports watershed restoration and biodiversity.
Please note: As a native plant, size and appearance may vary depending on the season and stage of growth.
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