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Alders

Alders are common trees in lake climates around Europe. They play an important role in Irish and Celtic mythology. According to one of these stories, a mythical figure named Deirdre of the Sorrows escaped from a king's warriors by hiding in a nearby forest of alders, leading the trees to be associated with themes of hiding and secrecy. The wood itself turns deep orange when cut, adding to the superstitions surrounding this tree.

Scientific classification

Genus

Alders (Alnus)

Family

Birch

Order

Beeches, walnuts, and allied trees

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Perennial

Lifespan

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Black alder Alder Italian alder Red alder Gray alder White Alder Hazel alder East Asian alder Manchurian alder American green alder Formosan alder Alnus pendula Alnus firma Alnus sieboldiana Arizona alder

Care Guide for Alders

Every 3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Adapted to wetland habitats, alders thrives in consistently moist conditions, tolerating drought post-establishment. Water sparingly, about every three weeks, to avoid saturation. Ideal for riparian plantings, alders excels in damp soils, making it suitable for landscapes near water sources.

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