BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Ordering a quantity of 1 = 1 bundle of 50 plants, 2 = 2 bundles of 50 plants, etc!

Description

A slightly smaller tree then the Alnus glutinosa, this is a very hardy tree with slightly cone-shaped habit when young. Alnus incana has grey, pitted bark when established and is a superb tree for use as a shelter belt in exposed areas.

Supplied Size: Bundles of 50 bare root plants, (approx 60 - 100 cm tall).

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Any fertile soil. Alnus incana grows well in damp or wet sites.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Vigorous.
• Habit: Medium sized, conical branching tree.
  • Height: 18 m (60 ft).
  • Spread: 6 m (20 ft).

• Notes: Available to from late November to February only.