Northwest Poplar vs Trembling Aspen - TreeTime.ca

Northwest Poplar vs Trembling Aspen

Populus x jackii Northwest

Populus tremuloides

Northwest Poplar
Trembling Aspen

Northwest Poplar is a large and fast-growing tree. Due to its wide spread, this tree makes a great shade or shelterbelt tree. Northwest Poplar tolerates partial shade, drought, and most types of soil. This poplar produces no fuzz.

Northwest Poplar continues to be popular as a shelterbelt species due to the great cost savings that come from the wide spread of the branches. It is a staff favorite because of the wonderful shade it provides all summer long.

Note: do not plant near buildings or buried services.

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.

Northwest 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: 14 m (45 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: balm of gilead, jacks aspen, jacks hybrid poplar
Other Names: american aspen, golden aspen, mountain aspen, quaking aspen, quiver leaf aspen, trembling poplar, white poplar