Alnus rhombifolia

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White Alder, Western Alder

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Carol Bollinger        Photographer: Normans/Jacobs/Mullany

 

Description

White Alder is a deciduous tree with spreading or ascending branches and downward pointing tips. It has coarse teeth and dark green leaves. It is very fast growing to 50' to 90' with a 40' spread. It is very heat and wind tolerant and is a native to CA. It is found statewide along streams below 5000'.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Green, Yellow

 

Fruit Season

Spring

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.