Scientific Name
Alnus serrulata

Common Name
Tag alder; Hazel alder

Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate:  --
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; range of soil types (moist, dry, poor)
Texture: Medium
Form: Multistemmed
Height: 15 to 20’
Width:  --
Leaf: 2 to 4" alternate, simple leaves; yellow and orange fall color
Flower/Fruit: Bright yellow catkins in spring; .5 cone shaped fruit persists through the winter
Comments: Spreads by suckers; fruit eaten by birds
Cultivars: --
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