Swedish Quaking Aspen
Populus tremula 'Erecta'
POP-yoo-lus TREM-yoo-luh
Trees: Shade Tree
Zone
3: -40° to -30°
Min. Temp
Frost Tolerant: 24°
Flat, rounded green leaves flutter and rustle in the breeze providing both visual interest and soothing sound to the landscape. Very narrow form is great for small spaces, as a tall screen, and for lining a drive. Well-adapted to very cold climates.
Appearance
Summer Foliage
Blue-Green
Fall Foliage
Green
Habit
Columnar
Height
20–40 ft
Spread
20-30 ft
Form
Catkin
Characteristics
Type
Cultivar
Safety
Non-toxic
Growth Rate
Moderate
Tolerance/Resistance
Cold Hardy
Attracts
Attracts Beneficial Insects
Uses/Placement
Screen
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Full Sun: 8-12 hrs
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Adaptable
Soil Moisture
Average to Moist
Soil PH
Slightly Acidic: 6.0-6.5
PH Tolerance
Prefers slightly acidic soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Fruit Development Stage
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial
Care
Care Level
Low
Behavior and Propagation
Spreading
Aggressive Spreader
Propagation Method
Dioecious--separate male & female plant
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Rarely Needs Division