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Alnus rhombifolia - White Alder

Market price from $309.99 to $459.99

Alnus rhombifolia is a truly spectacular specimen in the world of deciduous trees. Better known as the White Alder, this fast-growing native of western North America is a member of the esteemed Birch family. With its distinctive, diamond-shaped leaves which transition from summery green to a striking autumnal yellow, the White Alder brings something special to your landscape throughout the changing seasons. It stands tall and statuesque, between 15 to 25 meters, adding vertical interest with its rounded silhouette adorned with smooth grey bark. It presents an early showcase of its catkin-like flowers in the quiet of late winter, sustaining its allure with lightweight, playful cones through winter's chill. The White Alder is more than just a picturesque plant. Its preference for damper, well-drained soils and commendable resilience to common pests makes it a perfect match for waterside plantings. Moreover, its robust root system provides excellent erosion control, showcasing its practicality along with its beauty. The White Alder thrives under the loving gaze of full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile addition to a variety of outdoor spaces. When you choose the White Alder, you invest in a plant that offers year-round aesthetic, functional, and environmental benefits.

  • Size: 15 to 25 meters tall
  • Flowers: Catkin-like flowers in late winter
  • Foliage: Diamond-shaped leaves, green in summer turning yellow in the fall
  • Water usage: High, prefers well-drained, damp soils
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Erosion Control: Deep root system suited to restoration and erosion control projects in riparian zones.
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