This alder is native to almost entire Europe and grows mainly in moist areas. Sometimes growing into a multiple-stemmed, big tree. Now and then a mature specimen with a height reaching over 20 m can be found. The alternate leaf becomes 10 cm, is ovate and has a blunt tip. The stalked buds, which are grey violet, and the younger leaves feel sticky (glutinosa = sticky). Female catkins are oval and inconspicuous, ± 0.5 cm long and the male catkins are brown yellow, ± 7 cm long. Strobiles appear from September and persist long. The tree roots strongly and fairly deep. Poor tolerance to hard surfaces. Often used as brushwood in landscapes. Withstands severe pruning. Little susceptible to (sea) wind.
Alnus glutinosa can eventually reach a height of 10 - 20 m , fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Alnus glutinosa is fast growing and can eventually reach a height of 10 - 20 m , fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The right time to plant Alnus glutinosa is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Alnus glutinosa with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.
