Quaking Aspen
Populus tremuloides
Salicaceae
Growth habit
Tree
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
Native to the Finger Lakes Region, Labrador to AK South to PA, MO, Lower CA & Northern Mexico
Location
Newman Meadow, Coy Glen, McLean Bogs, Eames Bog, Salt Road Fen, Ringwood Ponds, South Hill Swamp
Source of plant
Forestfarm Nursery
Description
Fast-growing, short-lived tree reaching 40-50' in height and 20-30' in width, pyramidal and narrow in youth developing a long trunk and rounded crown at maturity. Leaves alternate, ovate to orbicular, fluttering in the slightest breeze, hence the name "quaking aspen", the fall color a clear yellow.
USDA Hardiness Zone
1
Status
L4|S5|G5