Red Alder – Bare Root
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Alnus rubra
Size/Seed Zone: Bare root 12-18″
Sun: Prefers full sun
Soil Conditions: Moist soils, wet areas
Special Uses: Timber, supports pollinators, birds, hummingbirds
Good species to plant along streams to provide shade and erosion control. Brownish catkins in the spring.
Habitat Notes: Native to the foothills and coast range mountains. Prefers gravelly over clay soils. Prefers full sun conditions. Will be prone to moisture stress during 1st summer. Will grow 3 ft. + / year after established.
ID Notes: Leaves are very coarse and deeply veined with slightly serrated edges. Catkins also distinctive. Bark is smooth, light gray and often white with lichens.
Caring for Your Bare Root Plants
| Height at 20 yrs. | 50 ft. | Deer Browse | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 100 ft. | Wildlife Value | Moderate |
| Growth Rate | Rapid | Timber Value | High |
| Lifespan | Short | Resprout Ability | Yes |
| Moisture Use | High | Hardiness | Moderate-High |
| Drought Tolerance | Low-Moderate | ||
| Sun Tolerance | High |
Wildflower Native Plant Database
Photo Credits: The Wild Garden, www.nwplants.com
