Alnus serrulata

Hazel Alder

This multistemmed, small tree is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and moisture but prefers moist sites. It spreads by suckers and can It bears bright yellow catkins in spring at the ends of its twigs followed by serrated, ovate, glossy leaves. The fruits are eaten by birds.

Height 15-20 Feet

Spread 10-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation • OBL	Nature Attracting • Songbird	Season of Interest • Early (Feb-Apr) • Late (July-frost)
Soil Moisture • Moderate • High	Sun Exposure • Medium Sun/Average Shade • Full Sun	USFS MO Ecological Map • Mississippi Aluvial Basin • Ozark Highlands • Central Dissected Till Plain • Osage Plains
Wildlife Benefit • Cover • Nesting • Food/Birds