Trembling Aspen vs Common Cattail - TreeTime.ca

Trembling Aspen vs Common Cattail

Populus tremuloides

Typha latifolia

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Trembling Aspen
Common Cattail

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.

Cattail is found all across North America, growing next to water. Like other waterside plants, Cattail provides erosion control and forage for animals.

It is suitable for land reclamation. Cattail is able to tolerate cold weather and occasional flooding.

Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Common Cattail seeds at SeedTime.ca.

Trembling Aspen Quick Facts

Common Cattail Quick Facts

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Zone: 1a
Zone: 1a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: wet
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Fall colour: brilliant yellow
Flowers: yellow and green
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: short
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: medium




Other Names: american aspen, golden aspen, mountain aspen, quaking aspen, quiver leaf aspen, trembling poplar, white poplar
Other Names: baco, bulrush, cat o nine tails, cossack asparagus, flag, reed mace, rush