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Griffin / Brooks #1 Poplar vs Trembling Aspen

Populus x Griffin

Populus tremuloides

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Griffin / Brooks #1 Poplar
Trembling Aspen

Griffin Poplar is a tall, fast-growing, deciduous tree. One of the oldest prairie hardy varieties developed at the Brooks Research Centre, Griffin Poplar is a great shelterbelt tree. It is adaptable in many soil conditions. Too large for a normal city lot, Griffin Poplar is also ideal for large properties and parks.

Trembling Aspen is a hardy, fast-growing tree. It is known for its unique "trembling" leaf movement and beautiful bark that whitens with age.

This native shade tree tolerates a range of growing conditions and requires little maintenance.

Griffin / Brooks #1 Poplar Quick Facts

Trembling Aspen Quick Facts

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Zone: 2a
Zone: 1a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Moisture: any
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: yes
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Fall colour: brilliant yellow
Growth rate: very fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: short
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: high

In row spacing: 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)

Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)


Other Names: american aspen, golden aspen, mountain aspen, quaking aspen, quiver leaf aspen, trembling poplar, white poplar