Alnus rubra - 150-175 CM

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Alnus oregona.

Growth habit
Red alder is upright and pyramidal in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cuts, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound closure agent to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The yellow flowers appear in catkins from March to April.

Use
Solitary, park