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Alnus maximowiczii

Also Known As

  • Alnus viridis ssp. maximowiczii
  • Green Alder

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-30'
  • W: 15'-30'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Alnus maximowiczii plant details

Alnus maximowiczii is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, lean and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Alnus maximowiczii

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Alnus maximowiczii

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, lean and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very-glossy, heart-shaped leaves with fringe-like toothing, & large stipules distinguish this 30' tree/shrub from the high mountains of Japan, along with clusters of "short, fat, yellow catkins" (Hillier) in late spring Sun/Med-Wet

Gardening facts about Alnus maximowiczii plant

How to Grow Alnus maximowiczii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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