close up of leaf of italian parsley

Alder

Alnus hirsuta
Betulaceae

Growth Habit

Tree

Description

Strong-growing pyramidal tree reaching 20 m in height; young twigs always glabrous or nearly so, leaves pubescent only on the venation beneath. Closely related to A. glutinosa but with larger leaves and fruits.

Source of plant

Peter Podaras

USDA Hardiness Zone

3