{"product_id":"alnus-rubra-red-alder-fast-growing-nw-native-nitrogen-fixer","title":"Red Alder (Alnus rubra) - Fast Growing NW Native- Nitrogen Fixer","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eAlnus rubra\u003c\/i\u003e (Red Alder) \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003efast-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e, deciduous pioneer tree (40–90 ft) native to the Pacific Northwest, valued for rapid erosion control, \u003cstrong\u003enitrogen fixation\u003c\/strong\u003e, and shade. It thrives in moist, sunny, well-drained locations within USDA zones 6–9. It features distinctive reddish bark when wounded and is excellent for wet, disturbed, or poor-soil sites. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis medium-sized tree features a straight trunk and a rounded or conical crown. Its smooth, ashy-gray bark often appears white due to lichen colonization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePlant in full sun to partial shade. \u003cstrong\u003eGrows rapidly\u003c\/strong\u003e, can reach 18 feet in 5 years in ideal conditions. Fixes atmospheric nitrogen, improving soil fertility for other plants. Ideal for stabilizing disturbed or riparian areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for windbreaks. Highly \u003cstrong\u003ewind resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e, even in severe, exposed maritime locations. Wood is used for furniture, pulp, cabinetry, and lumber because the wood is easy to work and stains well. The wood is highly prized for \u003cb\u003esmoking salmon\u003c\/b\u003e; the bark has been historically used for russet dyes and traditional medicines.  Attracts birds and supports pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYoung trees may need protection from browsing animals. Protect young trees with wire fencing or apply Plantskydd deer repellent if deer, elk or rabbits are in the area. We sell Plantskydd on our website if you cannot find it locally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTrees are short-lived (60–80 years) and best harvested for timber before 20 years for maximum quality. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eAvailable as...\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBare root trees - 6-12 inches tall- \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eAvailable Spring 2027. Ordering will open up in late August 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePotted Trees 14-14 inches tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003eAvailable May 2026 - \u003c\/span\u003eShipped fully rooted in soil in pot. \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrown in soil less mix. Shipped UPS. \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping to most locations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e We cannot ship larger boxes or boxes to AK, HI, APO, US Territories, or areas considered remote, \u003cstrong\u003ewithout a freight surcharge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk181607617;\"\u003eIf your temperature is warmer than 89 degrees or colder than 20 degrees, we will hold order until temperature improves. Please put your desired ship date in Special Instructions to Seller at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll plants are inspected for quality prior to shipment. Plants are rarely damaged in shipping, but if they are, please let us know right away so we can help. If there is any plant damage, take a photo of the package and plants. 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