Alnus rubra

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Alnus rubra, commonly known as the Red Alder, is a medium sized tree that grows with a conical habit before broadening out. It carries finely cut, dark green leaves which develop yellow tones in the autumn before falling as it reaches 25 m tall and 10 m wide. Alnus rubra makes for an attractive landscape specimen and is also commonly used for screening, shelter, and planting alongside waterways.

Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Trees
Height:	25.00 m
Spread:	10.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring
Tolerances:	Coastal, Hardy, Wet
Garden uses:	Parks, Ponds, Specimen
Garden styles:	Alpine, Coastal, Riparian
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Alnus rubra, Red Alder, Red Alder Tree, Red Alder Tree For Sale, American Red Alder, Red Alder Plant, Alder Red, Red Alder Trees

Alnus rubra Details

Alnus rubra, commonly known as the Red Alder, is a medium sized tree that grows with a conical habit before broadening out. It carries finely cut, dark green leaves which develop yellow tones in the autumn before falling. It gets its name from the red buds in spring that result in green catkins. This deciduous tree typically reaches 25 m tall and 10 m wide, growing best when planted on a well-drained site in full sun. It is tolerant of cold environments, coastal conditions, and heavy soils. Alnus rubra makes for an attractive landscape specimen and is also commonly used for screening, shelter, and planting alongside waterways.