Tall growing trees, often seen along water courses so suitable for wet sites. A couple of varieties are more garden worthy, But generally good screening trees that will grow on all moist soils; not suitable for shallow chalk.
Alnus cordata (Italian Alder)
Fast tall growing tree conical in shape, a good screening tree, dark green heart shaped leaves.
Ultimate height 25m (82ft), Spread 8m (26ft).
Alnus glutinosa (Common Alder)
Medium sized indigenous tree, suitable for planting in ground by river banks. Good for wildlife, producing yellow catkins in March.
Ultimate height 20m (62ft), Spread 8m (26ft).
Alnus glutinosa Imperialis
Commonly known as the Cut Leaved Alder, it makes a beautiful, slender tree with finely cut, feathery green foliage; the foliage giving the tree a slightly Oriental appearance. Catkins appear in spring. Yellow Autumn colours make this, the smaller of the Alnus varieties, a very attractive tree for smaller gardens.
Ultimate height 7m (22ft), Spread 4m (13ft).
Alnus incana (Grey Alder)
Another tall variety, distinguished by its smooth grey bark on mature specimens. Green leaves, produces yellow-brown catkins in March. Grows well on very poor soils, but needs plenty of light.
Ultimate height 20m (65ft), Spread 8m (19ft).
Alnus incana Aurea
An interesting variety of Alder suitable for inclusion in the garden for winter interest. In Spring the cerise pink catkins give way to new shoots that are golden in colour. In Winter the bark and branches are orange-golden in colour. Grows well in most soils
Ultimate height 7m (22ft), Spread 4m (13ft).
Planting Guide
For further details and pricing, please download our .PDF catalogue using the link below:-
Landford Catalogue 2019.pdf (.PDF file, 259 KB)