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Trembling Aspen vs Kentucky Coffeetree

Populus tremuloides

Gymnocladus dioicus

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Trembling Aspen
Kentucky Coffeetree

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.

The Kentucky Coffeetree has the largest leaves of any native tree in North America! In the summer, its large green canopy provides shade. While in the winter, its leathery bean pods act as a decorative element against the sky as they rattle in the wind. Beautiful year-round, this tree is an elegant addition to any landscape.

Trembling Aspen Quick Facts

Kentucky Coffeetree Quick Facts

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Zone: 1a
Zone: 3a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 21 m (70 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: long
Suckering: high
Suckering: high
Maintenance: medium


Toxicity: Uncooked pods are toxic to humans
Fall colour: brilliant yellow
Seeds: fluff
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


Native to: AB, BC, SK, MB, ON, QC, NS, NB, NL, YT, NT, NU, PE
Native to: ON
Other Names: american aspen, golden aspen, mountain aspen, quaking aspen, quiver leaf aspen, trembling poplar, white poplar
Other Names: coffeetree