Alder (Alnus Glutinosa) – Mature & Bare Root Trees

Alder (Alnus glutinosa) is a fast-growing native deciduous tree, particularly well suited to damp ground, wet soils and waterside planting. Its rounded green leaves, distinctive catkins and small woody cones give it year-round interest and a natural appearance.

Alder is an excellent choice for woodland planting, riverbanks, wildlife areas and larger landscaping projects. Chedington Compost supplies Alder trees in bare root and rootball sizes, including larger specimens where greater immediate impact is required.

Buy Native Alder Trees for Wet Ground & Woodland Planting

Alder naturally thrives in moisture-retentive and poorly drained soils, making it particularly useful for sites where many other trees can struggle. It is also valuable for wildlife and works well within native, ecological and naturalistic planting schemes.

Why Choose Alder Trees?

• Excellent for wet ground: Well suited to damp, moisture-retentive and poorly drained soils.
• Native species: Ideal for woodland, wildlife and ecological planting schemes.
• Fast growing: Establishes relatively quickly in suitable conditions.
• Wildlife value: Provides habitat and food for a variety of wildlife.
• Versatile planting: Suitable for woodland, riverbanks, larger gardens and landscaping projects.

Where to Plant Alder Trees

Alder is particularly suited to wet ground, riverbanks, woodland and open landscapes where it has sufficient space to mature. Its tolerance of poor and wet soils also makes it a useful tree for land restoration and challenging planting sites.

Order Alder (Alnus glutinosa) trees from Chedington Compost for woodland, garden and landscaping projects across Dorset and Somerset.