Alnus incana Aurea
Golden Alder Tree
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Common Name: Alnus Incana Aurea
Latin Name: Golden Alder
Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drained
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Hardiness: Very hardy
Eventual height/spread: 18m/8m
Special features: A beautiful tree with sublime yellow foliage which gains a tint of red over spring.
Alnus incana 'Aurea' is a large ornamental tree with a spectacular display of yellow foliage, which develops to a rich green as the tree matures. The small yellow catkins which shoot off from the branches turn a vibrant red over the spring months. This fast-growing tree requires a reasonable amount of space, but creates a wonderful feature for all gardens.