Alnus incana subsp. rugosa (Fr: aulne blanc | En: grey alder)

Description:

This small tree is a common sight in floodplains and wetlands with these ones coming from beside our creek. It is a fast growing tree and is great for reforesting disturbed areas around ditches, and swales.

Height: 4 to 7 meters

Habitat: Swamps, flood plains, shorelines

Sun requirements: Full Sun

Moisture requirements: moist to wet

Soil requirements: variable