Alnus incana
Grey Alder Tree
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Common Name: Grey Alder Tree
Latin Name: Alnus incana
Soil: Suitable for all soil types
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Flowering period/colour: March/ Yellow catkins
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height and spread in 20 years: 12m/4m
Special features: An exceptionally hardy tree, with large leaves that have grey undersides.
The Alnus uncana is a very tough, fast-growing tree ideal for cold and wet locations. Commonly known as the 'Grey Alder', this tree has matt, veined leaves that are broadly conical with toothy edges which also have grey on their undersides. In autumn, the leaves of this deciduous the leaves turn yellow. Yellow catkins are produced in early spring. It has a rather slender, pyramidal habit and it is often found growing beside rivers and streams, although it can tolerate drier sites.