Aspen

Populus tremuloides

Also known as: Trembling Aspen

Plant Category: trees

Light Conditions:

Sun

Soil Conditions:

Well-Drained

Chinook Exposure:

Can handle full exposure

Size:

23-26' T x 16' W

Bloom Period:

Spring

Bloom Colour:

Green catkin

Growth Habit:

Grows quickly, performs best and will live longer as a grove.

Spreads By:

Seed, roots

Features:

Birds
Butterflies
Bees
Native Bees
Fragrant
Berries
Fall Color
Small Spaces

Large Spaces
Good in Containers
Long Bloom Time
Deer Resistant
Attractive Seed Heads
Edible Parts
Medicinal Properties
Posionous

This item will ship from:

Wright Nursery

Seed Price: $0.00
"Currently Unavailable"

Plug Price: $6.25

Please Note: Plug orders being shipped have a minimum order requirement of 8 plugs. As the Trees & Shrubs will be coming from Wright Nurseries in central Alberta and the Wildflowers, Grasses & Vines from Wild About Flowers by Okotoks, AB, both categories have a minimum order of 8 plugs for plug orders being shipped.

Description: Smooth greenish bark on new wood, becomes white and furrowed as they age. Small round leaves on long stems that wave in the slightest breeze (thus 'Trembling Aspen'). Grove forming. Bright yellow fall colour.

Found in Nature: Common throughout the foothills and Aspen parkland.

Distribution: Seed sourced from west side of Calgary.

Important Information: The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom. The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please contact us with any questions you may have.