Alnus serrulata - 100-125 CM C3 WHIP

Description
The Smooth alder also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with humus-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 9 metres and grows to a width of approx. 5 metres.

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Smooth alder are medium green, ovate, serrated.

Frost hardiness
The Smooth alder has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Smooth alder is upright in habit. As a rule, it grows 20 - 40 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Care
Cut and saw wounds and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound sealant to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Use
Solitary, park

Root
Alnus serrulata is a heartroot.