Scientific Name
Alnus x hybrida

Common Name
Hybrid alder

Hardiness Zones:  --
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate:  --
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; range of soil types including wet and infertile soil
Texture: Medium
Form: Single trunk; rounded
Height: 20 to 30’
Width: 15 to 20’
Leaf: 2 to 4" alternate, simple leaves
Flower/Fruit: Yellow brown to red brown catkins (male flowers); female flowers on short purplish brown strobili which persist until winter
Comments: Tough adoptable plant; few pest problems; tolerates short term flooding; flower and fruiting best in full sun
Cultivars: --
 


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