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Trembling Aspen vs Assiniboine Poplar

Populus tremuloides

Populus x Assiniboine

Trembling Aspen
Assiniboine 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.

Assiniboine poplar is a tall, fast growing tree that has a shapely oval form and dense foliage. This hybrid poplar is a male clone and produces no fuzz or fluff. Assiniboine poplar can handle tough conditions such as: urban pollution, environmental salt, drought, poor soil, and even some standing water.

Trembling Aspen Quick Facts

Assiniboine Poplar Quick Facts

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Zone: 1a
Zone: 2a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 20 m (66 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 12 m (40 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: very fast
Life span: short
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: high
Maintenance: medium


Fall colour: brilliant yellow
Seeds: fluff
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


In row spacing: 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)
Native to: AB, BC, SK, MB, ON, QC, NS, NB, NL, YT, NT, NU, PE
Other Names: american aspen, golden aspen, mountain aspen, quaking aspen, quiver leaf aspen, trembling poplar, white poplar