30 Seeds Hazel Alder Alnus incana rugosa Speckled Alder Shrub

Hazel Alder is a hardy deciduous shrub or small tree recognized for its thin, serrated foliage and distinctive cone-like catkins, offering year-round texture and structure. Its adaptable nature and dense growth habit make it a valuable choice for naturalized plantings and mixed borders. Cold-hardy and vigorous, it establishes readily in moist sites.
The foliage provides ornamental interest through the growing season and turns muted tones in autumn, while the persistent cones add winter appeal. It is commonly used in rain gardens, hedgerows, and along pond edges where its root structure supports soil stabilization. A dependable, low-maintenance selection for challenging wet areas and native plant landscapes.
Species: Alnus incana subsp. rugosa
Variety: Speckled Alder
Type: Deciduous shrub or small tree
Plant_Habit: Multi-stemmed, upright spreading
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist to wet, adaptable to poor soils
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 2-6
Germination: Cold stratification recommended; surface sow and keep moist
Sowing: Sow on moist medium, lightly pressed in, do not bury deeply
Spacing: 8-12 feet apart
Notes: Tolerates wet and clay soils; nitrogen-fixing