Sale!
  • 30% off on all potted deciduous trees (excluding trees growing for next year)
  • 30% off on all herbaceous perennials
  • 50% off on potted and B&B overstory maples (excludes Japanese and Korean Maples)
  • 50% off on all potted evergreens (excluding Boxwood, Emerald Green arborvitae, and Himalayan Cedar)
  • 50% off on Weigela
Please note: Our Plant Encyclopedia is for reference only and does not reflect current inventory or availability.

Black Alder

Alnus glutinosa

Picture of Black Alder

A tough adoptable plant; few pest problems; tolerates short term flooding; flower and fruiting best in full sun; easy to transplant

Light Requirement: Full Sun
Cold Hardiness: Zone 4
Height: 40 to 60
Spread: 20 to 40
Flower: Not significant.
Foliage: Glossy green.
Form: Rounded, narrow.