Description
Hazel Alder is a native shrub growing along the eastern 1/3 of the US in predominately wet areas although it will grow on dry hilltops. This Alder much like all the other alders play an important roll in the ecosystem as they support an amazing amount of wildlife mainly in the smaller insects. USDA fact sheet is a good source for more information.
Scientific Name: Alnus serrulata
Zone: 4-9 Click here to find your growing zone.
Mature Height: 10-15 ft
Mature Width: 8-15 ft
Fruit: 3/4″-1″ long cones that contain winged nutlets, cones mature to dark brown and persist through winter.
Flowers: Female flowers are red catkins, male are yellow-brown flowers
Growth Rate: 12-30″ per year
Soil: Moist, naturally grows in boggy areas
Sun Requirements: Full Sun, Part Sun
Fall Color: Brown-Copper
Wildlife Value: Harvester butterfly, white-tailed deer, small mammals and birds.
