Alnus rhombifolia
White Alder
Evergreen-Deciduous | Deciduous |
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Overall Mature Size | Large |
Mature Height & Spread | 50-90' x 40' |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Water | High Water, Medium Water |
Flower Color | Tan, Brown |
Bloom Time | Spring, Winter |
Special Features | Attracts Birds, Butterflies, Fall Color |
Container Sizes | #5, #15, 24" Box |
Natural Growth Habit | Conical |
Sunset Garden Zones | 1B-10, 14-21 |
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone | 8-11 |
Plant Type | Tree |
It is a fast-growing deciduous tree that is 50′ to 90′ tall and 40′ wide. The branches spread out and have a distinctive droop at the ends. The foliage is coarsely toothed, rich green above with a paler green underside. It is very tolerant of heat and wind. It prefers full sun to partial shade with ample water.