Tower Poplar vs Trembling Aspen - TreeTime.ca

Tower Poplar vs Trembling Aspen

Populus tremuloides

Populus x canescens Tower

Trembling Aspen
Tower Poplar

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.

Tower Poplar is a fast growing, tall columnar tree that closely resembles the Swedish aspen. It produces no fluff, requires minimal maintenance and no pruning. It can tolerate drought and thrives in poor soils. Tower Poplar is most commonly planted in shelterbelts or to line driveways and property lines as a privacy hedge.

A COPF royalty for $0.10/tree is included in our pricing.

Trembling Aspen Quick Facts

Tower Poplar Quick Facts

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Lowest Price: $7.99
Zone: 1a
Zone: 2a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 20 m (66 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: any
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Fall colour: brilliant yellow
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: high


In row spacing: 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 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