{"product_id":"aulne-rugueux","title":"Speckled Alder","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeckled Alder (\u003cem\u003eAlnus rugosa\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRapid-Growth, Nitrogen-Fixing Shrub for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–5)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSpeckled Alder\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eAlnus rugosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fast-growing, cold-hardy shrub ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones \u003cstrong\u003e2–5\u003c\/strong\u003e). It typically grows 1–2 ft per year and reaches about \u003cstrong\u003e20-30 ft (6-10 m)\u003c\/strong\u003e at maturity. Best for naturalization, windbreaks, and habitat restoration, it offers striking yellow fall foliage and thrives in wet, acidic soils along waterways and marginal sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Speckled Alder for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeckled Alder is perfect for challenging wet or marshy sites and supports wildlife while enriching soil with nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturalization, Windbreaks, Habitat restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fall colour, nitrogen fixation, wildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Eastern Canada and Northern United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet, marshy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoamy, clay, and sandy textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcidic conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRural and urban edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindy or exposed areas, frost-prone sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\/Shrub Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 - 30 ft (6 - 10 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 ft (5 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoist, slightly drained soils; clay, loam, sand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–40+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Speckled Alder Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Speckled Alder if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want rapid establishment and erosion control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a medium to large yard, naturalized space, or wetland edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 2–5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want yellow fall colour plus soil enrichment and wildlife attraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for windbreaks, naturalized plantings, or stream stabilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small (mature spread too wide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need deep shade tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to foundations or paved areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/purpose-of-riparian-buffer-strips\" title=\"What are Riparian Buffers Used For?\"\u003eRiparian buffer\u003c\/a\u003e and streambank stabilization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard naturalization or wildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindbreak or shelterbelt plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWetland edge planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBiomass or nitrogen-fixing cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts multi-stemmed, bushy form produces dense foliage and persistent seed cones, attracting birds and improving soil fertility while stabilizing marginal wet soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Speckled Alder Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper-colored \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Catkin\" title=\"Catkins\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecatkins\u003c\/a\u003e bloom, providing early seasonal interest and pollen for insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark green, oval, finely toothed leaves form a dense privacy or wind screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves turn bright yellow; brown \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Strobilus\" title=\"Strobilus\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003estrobiles\u003c\/a\u003e persist, feeding wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persistent cones and a structured multi-stem form maintain visual interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, \u003cstrong\u003eSpeckled Alder\u003c\/strong\u003e is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones \u003cstrong\u003e2–5\u003c\/strong\u003e and tolerates snow loads, freezing temperatures, and exposed conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect from wind if planted in open, exposed areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6–8 ft from structures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5–8 ft between shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply 1–2 times per week for the first 8–12 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Speckled Alder grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 1–2 ft per year under good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Hardy to Zone 2 and performs well across Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another shrub for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo—self-pollinating but produces more seeds when planted in groups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Roots are shallow and ideal for stabilization; maintain about 6 ft clearance from foundations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMinimal leaf litter; cones persist through winter for wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9568%; height: 141.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 22.2616%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eTree\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 19.1902%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 27.7338%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 29.9004%; height: 19.6px;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 43.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.2616%; height: 43.2px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/speckled-alder\" title=\"Speckled Alder (Alnus rugosa)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/speckled-alder\" title=\"Speckled Alder (Alnus rugosa)\"\u003eSpeckled Alder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1902%; height: 43.2px;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.7338%; height: 43.2px;\"\u003eNitrogen-fixing, wet soil tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.9004%; height: 43.2px;\"\u003eRiparian, habitat, windbreak\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.2616%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/green-alder\" title=\"Green Alder (Alnus rugosa)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/green-alder\" title=\"Green Alder (Alnus crispa)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/green-alder\" title=\"Green Alder (Alnus crispa)\"\u003eGreen Alder\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1902%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.7338%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003eDense foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.9004%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003eShade, soil stabilization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.2616%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/red-osier-dogwood\" title=\"Red-osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/red-osier-dogwood\" title=\"Red-osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea)\"\u003eRed Osier Dogwood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.1902%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.7338%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003eBright stems, wet tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 29.9004%; height: 39.2px;\"\u003eWildlife, aesthetic hedges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\"\u003eDeciduous Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-trees-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Trees\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\"\u003eHardiness Zone 2 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/wetland-plants\" title=\"Collection: Wetland Plants\"\u003eWetland Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/purpose-of-riparian-buffer-strips\" title=\"What are Riparian Buffers Used For?\"\u003eWhat are Riparian Buffers Used For?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/deciduous-shrubs-pruning\" title=\"Why, How and When to Prune Decidious Shrubs in Eastern Canada?\"\u003eWhy, How and When to Prune Decidious Shrubs in Eastern Canada?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/spring-flooding-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Spring Flooding in Eastern Canada : Plants That Help Protect Properties\"\u003eSpring Flooding in Eastern Canada : Plants That Help Protect Properties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (100 ml)","offer_id":47260066545983,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47260066578751,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/aulne-rugueux-alnus-rugosa-illustration.jpg?v=1700576347","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/speckled-alder","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}