{"product_id":"10-seeds-common-alder-alnus-glutinosa-deciduous-tree","title":"10 Seeds Common Alder Alnus glutinosa Deciduous Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eCommon Alder is a fast-growing deciduous tree valued for its rounded green leaves, catkins, and tolerance of wet soils. It develops a pyramidal to oval canopy and works well in larger landscapes, native plantings, and wildlife-friendly gardens.\u003cbr\u003e\nUse it as a specimen tree, in hedgerows, along pond edges, or in rain gardens where its soil-holding root structure is appreciated. The wood is used in carving and small woodworking, and the catkins add seasonal interest in late winter and early spring.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Alnus glutinosa\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Deciduous tree\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Pyramidal to oval canopy\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Moist to wet, well-drained loam; tolerates clay\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 3-7\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Cold stratify 30-60 days, then surface sow and keep moist\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Sow in fall or after stratification, press seed lightly into soil surface\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 20-30 feet apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Fast-growing; thrives near water features and consistently moist sites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663203139720,"sku":"EXGA-602","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_c5ccabc0-f550-4550-afc6-fd55b27bc578.png?v=1791896019","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/10-seeds-common-alder-alnus-glutinosa-deciduous-tree","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}