Fast growing, upright columnar form with very compact branching habit and deep green foliage. Leafs out earlier than Swedish Aspen. Golden yellow fall colour. Excellent for screens & windbreaks. Perfect for small yards.
Attributes
Type: Deciduous Tree
Growth Habit: Upright, Columnar
Mature Height: 12 – 15m (40 – 50ft.)
Mature Spread: 1.5 – 2m (5 – 6ft.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Drought Tolerant, Attractive Foliage
Ornamental Features
Foliage Colour: New bronze growth gradually turns green, then bright yellow-gold in the fall.
Care
General Maintenance: Little pruning is necessary. Prune broken or damaged limbs.
Light: Full sun
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established.
Soil: Provide enriched, well-drained soil.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.