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Alnus glutinosa

Common Name: Alder, Black


This rapid growing European native thrives in truly wet soil. The grayish brown bark is complemented by nutlets that mature in October and persist in pistillate catkins over winter. A good choice where a large windbreak is needed, clumps have 2 or more stems.


Height:

30-50 Ft

Spread:

30-30 Ft

Hardiness Zone:

4 - 7

Alnus glutinosa Characteristics

Exposure

  • Sun Tolerant
  • Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Medium

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Early Spring
  • Late Spring / Early Summer

Soil Moisture Needs

  • Average
  • Moist