Hazel Alder
Arbor walk #97
Hazel Alder is a multi-stemmed small tree and can grow to 20′ high and up to 15′ wide forming thickets by suckering. It is native from Nova Scotia to Illinois and Missouri south to eastern Texas and northern Florida. It is an ideal selection for naturalizing or rain gardens.
| Name | Hazel Alder |
|---|---|
| Latin Name | Alnus serrulata |
| Type | Native |
| Diameter | 2” caliper |
| Color of Leaf | Dull green |
| Shape of Leaf | Wide, elliptical with serrulate margins |
| Color of Flower |
Male: brownish yellow Female: bright red |
| Shape of Flower | Slender, cylindrical |
| Fruit Characteristics | Fruiting cones with seeds |
| Bark Characteristics | Smooth, gray bark |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |