Alder Trees

Alder trees are deciduous trees or shrubs typically found near water sources like rivers and wetlands. They are known for their quickly growing nature and ability to thrive in moist, nutrient-rich soils. Alder trees have distinctive serrated leaves, smooth or mottled bark, and often produce clusters of small, cone-like structures called catkins that contain their seeds. They play a vital role in their ecosystems by stabilizing soil, providing habitat for wildlife, and enriching the soil with nitrogen through specialized root structures called root nodules. Alders are valuable for both ecological health and landscape stability.