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Alnus cordata

Italian Alder

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Jacobs

 

Description

Italian Alder has predominately vertical growth in the early years. It has an interesting display of tassle-like, male flower catkins in front of the leaves. It has a very short deciduous period. The female flowers develop into small woody cones that decorate branches in the winter. This tree can grow to 40' and is well adapted to all areas of the Southwest except for the high deserts.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.