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White Alder

Alnus Rhombifolia

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Overview

The White Alder (Alnus rhombifolia) is a deciduous tree reaching up to 50-80 ft. with a 20-30 ft. spread. It features a smooth, gray-white bark and diamond-shaped, toothed leaves. Adaptable to wet soils, this riparian species is ideal for streambanks. Catkins add interest in late winter to early spring. Hardy in Zones 3-7, it thrives in full sun to partial shade, enhancing biodiversity with its nitrogen-fixing abilities.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean, Temperate
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — The White Alder (Alnus rhombifolia) is a deciduous tree reaching up to 50-80 ft
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — making it an excellent choice for naturalized areas or rain gardensWhite Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — The White Alder (Alnus rhombifolia) is a deciduous tree reaching up to 50-80 ftWhite Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — and although it is best suited for USDA zones 7 through 9White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — It's tolerant of both acidic and neutral soil conditionsWhite Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — rounded form that creates an elegant silhouette in any landscape.<br><br>Characterized by its bright green; it can adapt to aWhite Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — Adaptable to wet soils, this riparian species is ideal for streambanks+35

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Betulaceae
Climate
Mediterranean, Temperate

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White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — It features a smooth, gray-white bark and diamond-shaped, toothed leaves
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — making it an excellent choice for naturalized areas or rain gardens
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — The White Alder (Alnus rhombifolia) is a deciduous tree reaching up to 50-80 ft
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — and although it is best suited for USDA zones 7 through 9
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — It's tolerant of both acidic and neutral soil conditions
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — rounded form that creates an elegant silhouette in any landscape.<br><br>Characterized by its bright green; it can adapt to a
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — Adaptable to wet soils, this riparian species is ideal for streambanks
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — Catkins add interest in late winter to early spring
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — it thrives in full sun to partial shade
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — enhancing biodiversity with its nitrogen-fixing abilities
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — scientifically known as Alnus rhombifolia
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — is a deciduous tree native to the western United States
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — with a canopy spread of about 20 to 40 feet; in late winter to early spring
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — This tree can reach a mature height of 50 to 80 feet; scientifically known as Alnus rhombifolia
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — renowned for its rapid growth and adaptability; tree for full or half or shade
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — is a deciduous tree native to the western United States; and requires minimal pruning once established
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — scientifically known as Alnus rhombifolia; while the smaller female catkins are erect.<br><br>Preferring moist
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — enhancing biodiversity with its nitrogen-fixing abilities; renowned for its rapid growth and adaptability
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — it thrives in full sun to partial shade; it features a smooth, gray-white bark and diamond-shaped, toothed leaves
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — Catkins add interest in late winter to early spring; as it supports local wildlife with its seeds and catkins
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — Adaptable to wet soils, this riparian species is ideal for streambanks; making it an excellent choice for naturalized areas
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — renowned for its rapid growth and adaptability
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — This tree can reach a mature height of 50 to 80 feet
White Alder (Alnus Rhombifolia) — with a canopy spread of about 20 to 40 feet

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