Suited to regions: | All regions |
Plant type: | Trees |
Height: | 25.00 m |
Spread: | 8.00 m |
Flowering time: | |
Tolerances: | Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wet, Wind |
Garden uses: | Avenues, Hedging, Parks, Ponds, Specimen |
Garden styles: | Alpine, Architectural, Coastal, Formal, Japanese, Modern, Riparian |
Easy to grow? | Yes |
Maintenance requirements | Low |
Growth rate | Medium |
The Common Alder is a reasonably fast growing, deciduous tree that can reach 25 m tall and 8 m wide. It carries dark green, rounded leaves which remain green well into autumn before falling. Small, nutlike cones become more apparent when the leaves drop and remain on the tree through winter. These residual cones, along with the attractive, dark brown, furrowed bark and multi-stemmed growth habit, make the Common Alder an attractive landscape specimen year round. This tree does well beside rivers and streams or in marshlands and should be planted in full sun. It is tolerant of cool climates, frost, and moderate wind. The versatility of this tree makes it a popular choice for growing as a specimen, for wind protection, or for avenue planting.
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