Spaeth's Alder

Why it rocks:

Spaeth's Alder is named after the legendary botanist Franz Späth from Berlin, Germany. This tough tree is the ultimate hybrid, combining the best traits of Japanese and Caucasian Alders. It’s a speedy grower, shooting up to a towering 65 feet, while maintaining a comparably narrow spread of 20 feet wide. In spring, watch its leaves unfurl a unique coppery-purple color before becoming a glossy dark green in summer. Come fall, its leaves change to a muted coppery brownish-yellow. Spaeth Alder offers a touch of nature to your yard as it is a welcoming habitat for wildlife! Its cone-like fruits are a nutritious snack for small mammals, and its branches are home to birds and insects. This underrated large, fast-growing shade tree is a reliable superstar ready to add value to landscapes for years to come!

Where to put it:

Spaeth's Alder is a sizable shade tree that requires plenty of space to flourish. This rapidly growing tree excels in urban environments, thriving where other species may struggle, thanks to its nitrogen-fixing capabilities. Its substantial mature size makes it ideal for open landscapes and more natural settings, such as parks, cemeteries, and golf courses. Spaeth's Alder serves as a fantastic replacement for ash trees. When planting, ensure it is placed at least 10 feet away from nearby structures to accommodate its full growth potential.

What it needs:

Spaeth’s Alder thrives best in full sun rather than partial shade and requires moist soil. This nitrogen-fixing tree is not particularly high-maintenance and can adapt to various soil conditions. To promote a strong & healthy root system, please adhere to our tree care guidelines during the initial growing seasons.