alder plants for sale

Why Choose Alder Plants?

Alder plants are celebrated for their adaptability and ecological value. As members of the Alnus genus, they fix nitrogen in the soil, improving fertility for surrounding vegetation. Their robust root systems help control erosion, making them a smart choice for riverbanks and wetland restoration. Alders are also prized as shelter and shade trees on farms, enhancing biodiversity and creating wildlife habitat with their dense foliage and seed-rich cones.

Our Selection of Alnus Species

We offer several popular alder varieties, each with its own unique characteristics and practical benefits:

• Alnus cordata (Italian Alder): Rapid-growing with glossy leaves, ideal for windbreaks and screening.
• Alnus glutinosa 'Imperialis': A decorative cut-leaf form, perfect for adding fine-textured greenery to gardens.
• Alnus jorullensis (Mexican Alder): Noted for its evergreen nature, suited to mild NZ climates.
• Alnus rubra (Red Alder): Well-regarded for timber production and fast establishment in shelter hedges.
• Alnus glutinosa (Common Alder): Ideal for wet soils and erosion control, a consistent performer across New Zealand.

All our alder plants for sale are nursery-grown in New Zealand, ensuring disease-free stock and vigorous establishment in your local soils.

Planting and Care Tips for Alnus

Alder plants thrive in full sun to part shade, preferring moist—sometimes even waterlogged—soils. They grow quickly, establishing dense root systems that benefit both the landscape and local waterways. For shelterbelt planting, space your Alnus trees 2 to 3 metres apart. When used for riparian or wetland restoration, alders help stabilise banks while supporting healthy ecosystems above and below the ground.

Regular mulching and protection from browsing animals in the initial years will give your young alders the best chance of thriving. Once established, these hardy trees require minimal intervention, continuing to enrich and protect your land for decades.

Order Alder Plants Today

Enhance your property with our range of robust alder plants for sale. Whether you need Alnus cordata for a fast-growing shelterbelt, a specimen Alnus glutinosa 'Imperialis' for decorative effect, or Alnus glutinosa for riparian planting, we have the right variety for your project. Browse our collection and enjoy expert advice, healthy stock, and prompt delivery—your success in planting begins with quality alders from our nursery.