Quaking Aspen, Prairie Gold 2"
Quaker Aspen Prairie Gold
Populus tremuloides 'Prairie Gold'
Height: Typically 30–50 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 15–30 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 20–30 feet apart for full development
Growth Rate: Fast
Deciduous
Shade tree
Native to Michigan
Native to United States
Description
Quaker Aspen Prairie Gold is a stunning, fast-growing shade tree that brings year-round interest with its striking form and dazzling seasonal color. Its finely textured, bright green leaves flutter in the breeze, creating a fresh, shimmering effect that adds movement and energy to the landscape. In fall, its foliage transforms into a breathtaking golden-yellow, making it one of the most magnificent trees for autumn brilliance. The smooth, white bark provides winter interest, offering a polished contrast to darker evergreens. With its narrow, upright growth habit, this refined selection is ideal for windbreaks, naturalized plantings, or as a statement tree in open spaces.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun
- Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish strong roots and support rapid growth; once established, requires little supplemental watering except in prolonged dry periods
- Mulching: Apply a 2-inch layer of mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Prune in late winter to remove dead or weak branches and maintain strong structure
With its brilliant fall color, fresh green foliage, and refined white bark, Quaker Aspen Prairie Gold is an inspiring addition to the landscape, offering elegance, texture, and seasonal interest throughout the year.
