Featured Tree: Quaking Aspen

With shimmering leaves, striking white bark, and a golden crown in autumn, the Quaking Aspen is a true gem in any landscape. Its name comes from the way its leaves tremble in the slightest breeze, creating a lively and dynamic scene. The tree's beauty is especially pronounced in autumn when its foliage turns a spectacular golden-yellow.

In the landscape, this medium-sized tree works well as a single specimen or in a grove, attracting songbirds, grouse, butterflies, and bees. It is adaptable to a range of soil textures, as long as the site is well-drained and not prone to flooding or compaction. 

This tree thrives in hardiness zones 2 to 7 and grows to a height of 40 to 50 feet with a crown spread of about 25 feet.