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Trembling Aspen vs Thornless Honeylocust

Populus tremuloides

Gleditsia triacanthos inermis

Trembling Aspen
Thornless Honeylocust

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.

Thornless Honey Locust makes an excellent shade tree with its lacy foliage and dappled shade. The leaves are honey-yellow, light and airy, providing interesting color and texture to your landscape. This variety is thornless, and the seeds and pods provide food for wildlife such as deer and squirrels.

The Thornless Honey Locust is tolerant of drought, various soil conditions, and even road salt.

Trembling Aspen Quick Facts

Thornless Honeylocust Quick Facts

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Zone: 1a
Zone: 3a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: any
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Fall colour: brilliant yellow
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: none




Other Names: american aspen, golden aspen, mountain aspen, quaking aspen, quiver leaf aspen, trembling poplar, white poplar