European alder
Alnus glutinosa
European alder is an extremely hardy native tree that thrives in moist soils and tolerates wet conditions better than most trees. Once established, it requires minimal care and naturally fixes nitrogen in the soil. Perfect for naturalistic landscapes and areas with poor drainage.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
sandy loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
180″
Watering Schedule
Weekly During Dry Spells • Deep Watering When Soil Surface Feels Dry
Soil pH
4.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 360″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 1, 2019 by Pep Secem (cc-by-sa)
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