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River Alder vs Dahurian Birch
Alnus incana
Betula davurica
NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON
ONLY AVAILABLE BY CONTRACT GROW
River Alder is a large shrub or small tree with a multi-stemmed, spreading habit. It is an excellent tree to plant if you want to stabilize the soil near rivers and creeks.
Unlike the other alder varieties, River Alder is attractive enough to be included in riverside plantings by municipal and provincial park organizations.
Dahurian Birch is a rare and interesting ornamental with curling bark. This tree is the first to sprout on bare land and is tolerant of dry, gravelly, and infertile soils. Dahurian Birch can grow in industrial areas or exposed land as long as it has full sunlight.
This tree is ideal for landscaping, ornamental, and ecosystem services.
This tree is not well known, but is a favorite of nursery owners across the country.
Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Dahurian Birch seeds at SeedTime.ca.