Alnus maritima

Also Known As

Alnus metoporina
Seaside Alder

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 15'-30'
W: 15'-30'

planting zones

6a-9b

Alnus maritima plant details

Alnus maritima is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In fall green flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alnus maritima

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in fall
Uses: hedge, shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alnus maritima

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This handsome 15-30', glossy-leaved Alder seems to grow naturally in wet places in Delaw. and Maryland and then in Oklahoma...with the space in between unexplained?!; one of few Alders whose flowers open in fall. S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

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Gardening facts about Alnus maritima plant

How to Grow Alnus maritima

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant