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Bring movement, light, and instant charm to the landscape with Summer Shimmer Aspen, a standout selection known for its eye-catching leaf color and constant motion. This fast-growing ornamental tree features rounded, fluttering leaves that dance with even the slightest breeze—creating a soothing rustle that feels right out of the Rockies.
What truly sets Summer Shimmer apart is its vibrant, two-tone foliage and its reduced suckering. Fresh spring leaves emerge with a bright, silvery cast, catching sunlight and shimmering beautifully—hence the name. Through summer, the canopy remains luminous and lively, offering cooling shade without feeling heavy or dense. As fall approaches, the tree transitions to golden-yellow hues, lighting up the landscape with warm color, all while producing far fewer suckers than the species.
With a narrow, upright form and excellent vigor, Summer Shimmer Aspen is ideal for adding height, movement, and contrast to garden beds, property lines, and naturalized plantings. It brings big impact quickly while maintaining a clean, refined look.
Why customers love it:
Silvery spring foliage that “shimmers” in the sun
Greatly reduced suckering
Beautiful movement—leaves tremble and rustle in the breeze
Fast-growing for quick shade or visual interest
Narrow form fits well in many residential landscapes
Golden fall color adds seasonal brightness
Plant Summer Shimmer Aspen for a landscape that feels alive—shining, shimmering, and always in motion.
| Populus tremuloides Summer Shimmer® | |
| Full Sun, Part Shade | |
| 25-30 ft | |
| 12-15 ft | |
| Green | |
| Rounded, Upright | |
| Drought Tolerant, Easy to Grow | |
| Yellow | |
| Rapid | |
| Nativar |