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green alder

green alder

Alnus alnobetula

shrubβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§πŸ’§ high waterZone 3a – Zone 6b

A deciduous shrub valued for its fine-textured foliage and catkins in spring. Thrives in cool, moist mountain habitats and stabilizes soil along waterways.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
6–20β€² tall Γ— 4–12β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 3aZone 6b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3a to Zone 6b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native Range

Alpine and subalpine regions of Europe and Asia

Function & Care

biomass/mulchdynamic accumulatorerosion controlnitrogen fixerwildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting