Alnus glutinosa/European Alder

Foliage
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Foliage	Developing current season cones	Foliage with impressed veins
Young, current season cones	Close-up of foliage	Hanging cones (current season)
Brown, mature cones	Young cones	Summer foliage and summer cones
Shrub in a deciduous state in winter with prominent catkins


Scientific Name:	Alnus glutinosa
Common Name:	European Alder
Plant Type:	Deciduous
Leaf Type:	Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:	3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Determine Your Zone
Height:	30-50 feet
Spread:	20- 30 feet
Bloom time:	Spring
Flower color:	Red, Purple
Fruit present:	Fall
Fruit color:	Brown
Light Exposure:	Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:	Well drained, Moist, Wet,
Rate of Growth:	Fast
Water Requirement:	Medium
Maintenance Level:	Low
Susceptible to insects and diseases:	No

Comments:	A fast growing tree suitable for screens in wet areas. This is not a native tree, but has escaped cultivation. The mature fruit is interesting in that it is a small, nut-like cone that presists over winter and is a wildlife food. Well adapted for plantings adjacent to ponds, lakes and other bodies of water. Has several features throughout the year from spring through the winter when plants are deciduous.