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Aspen (Populus tremula)

Aspen

Populus tremula

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Populus tremula is a species of poplar native to cool temperate regions of the Old World.

Description from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA).

At a glance

Sunlight
Full sun
Water need
Medium
Mature height
18 m
Maintenance
Low
Hardiness
USDA 2–7
Layers
canopy

Functional roles

wildlifewindbreakmulch-producer

Propagation

How to make more of this plant for free — the permaculture way.

suckerscuttingeasy

When: Lift suckers when dormant

Native pioneer with fluttering leaves; suckers into groves and supports a wealth of wildlife.

Seed data pending expert review. Identification photo and description are sourced from Wikipedia/Wikimedia; always confirm a plant in person before eating any part of it.