POPULUS tremula ‘Erecta’ (Fastigiata)

Description

The Plant

The POPULUS tremula ‘Erecta’ (syn. Fastigiata), commonly known as the fastigiate quaking aspen, provides an important structural and decorative element for any garden, whether large or small.

Indeed, this tree requires very little space. Moreover, it reaches a much lower height than the Italian aspen, for example. The trunks of specimens in the Vallonchêne Garden, which are a little over 20 years old, measure only about twenty centimeters in diameter.

Moreover, its matte foliage takes on interesting colors in autumn, ranging from red to yellow, including orange.

Enfin, en hiver, ses branches dénudées très verticales accentuent sa silhouette fastigiée.

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How to plant and care for POPULUS tremula ‘Erecta’ (Fastigiata)?

Planting

This tree is not demanding. However, consider the following points:

1. Choose a location in full sun or partial shade.
2. The location can be wet, moderately moist, or dry.
3. The fastigiate quaking aspen tolerates light, normal, or heavy soil with an acidic, neutral, or calcareous pH.

For proper preparation of the planting hole, we have designed specific instructions available here.

Care

If this plant is not demanding when it comes to planting, it is even less so regarding maintenance. However, it is still important to monitor watering during dry periods in the first two years after planting to ensure successful establishment. Furthermore, discover here how to water your garden and save water.

However, you can prune in January or February if specific needs arise.

History and Origin

The POPULUS tremula ‘Erecta’ (Fastigiata) belongs to the fascinating cultivars of the European poplar. It was discovered in Sweden in the mid-19th century, specifically in Västergötland in 1847.

The species POPULUS has a rich evolutionary history, with traces found in Eurasia after the Cretaceous-Paleogene mass extinction. It then diversified significantly about 27 million years ago, influenced by climate changes.

Finally, POPULUS tremula ‘Erecta’ (syn. Fastigiata) captivates with its vertical growth habit while adding a touch of color in autumn.