Known as a pioneer tree for being the first deciduous tree to populate recently disturbed soil. Has an extremely fast growth rate. Prefers soil with a moist composition.

The slightest breeze causes the leaves shimmer and "tremble", hence the given name. Other common names are quaking or golden aspen. Has a striking yellow fall color.

Recommended for soil retention, naturalization and screening. Having a fast growth rate makes it a shorter lived species with low durability, therefore not ideal as a street or specimen tree.

Height : 50-80 feet Spread : 35-50 feet

Light : Full sun to part shade Water : Medium to moist

Soil : Sand, loam Zone : 1-8

Growth Rate : Fast