Key Features:
Hardy Pioneer: The Grey Alder is a pioneer species, often one of the first to colonise disturbed soils, making it ideal for reclamation sites.
Attractive Catkins: Produces long, decorative catkins that add winter interest to the garden.
Wildlife Friendly: Its seeds are a food source for birds, and its foliage supports caterpillars and butterflies.
Growing Conditions:
Sunlight: Prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade.
Soil: Adaptable to a wide range of soils, including poor or compacted soils.
Water: Tolerates both dry and moist conditions, but thrives in wetter soils.
Size at Maturity:
The Grey Alder can reach a height of 10 to 20 meters (30 to 65 feet) with a canopy spread of 5 to 15 meters (15 to 50 feet).
The Alnus incana is a testament to nature’s adaptability, offering year-round interest and ecological benefits to any British garden or landscape.
Collection of items in stock is welcomed. Please get in touch with us to confirm a collection date.
Costs and couriers:
The cost of delivery is determined by the weight and dimensions of your order, as well as the location of the delivery address. Our plants, due to their size, are typically dispatched via pallet deliveries. This method can take 2-4 working days, or you can opt for our next-day pallet delivery service for an additional fee.
For areas within the East Midlands, a full pallet delivery cost will start from ?0, while for areas such as London, the costs will be around ?0-80; for areas in Scotland, the delivery cost can be up to ?00 per pallet. A dedicated van can be arranged for specific items bigger than pallet size, please contact us for a quote.
We make every effort to deliver the goods as soon as possible after receiving your order. Out-of-stock items will go on backorder, and we will let you know when they become available and confirm a delivery date with you.
