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Grey Alder

Alnus incana

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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.

Note: We use Grey Alder for Alnus incana. This species is also known by many other common names, including River Alder, Speckled Alder, and others. Please confirm the scientific name to ensure you are ordering the correct plant.

Grey Alder Quick Facts

Zone: 1a

Height: 8 m (25 ft)

Spread: 4 m (12 ft)

Light: full sun

Moisture: normal, wet

Growth rate: fast

Life span: short

Suckering: none

Pollution tolerance: medium

Fall colour: yellow to orange

Fruit: small catkins

Cones: small brown cones

Hybrid: no

Fuzz/fluff: yes

Catkins: yes

Native to: AB, BC, SK, MB, ON, QC, NS, NB, NL, YT, NT, NU, PE

Other Names: hoary alder, river alder, speckled alder

Tags: Alder, All Items, Native North America Plants, Nitrogen Fixing, Shrubs, Waterside and Riparian Zone Plants

Ships to Canada: yes
Ships to USA: no

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