Alnus jorullensis Alnus jorullensis Botanical Name: Alnus jorullensis Common Names: Mexican Alder, Evergreen Alder, Native: No Foliage Type: Deciduous Plant Type: Hedging / Screening, Trees Plant Habit: Conical, Pendulous Description: A fast growing evergreen-semi deciduous tree with a large root system. Loves wet feet and will often search for pipes and other water sources. Grows to approx 10m, this is a vigorous, fast grower with a broad crown and pendulous branches. Foliage is dark green and serrated. Mature Height: 4-10m Position: Full Sun Mature Width: 4-10m Soil Type: Clay, Loam Family Name: Betulaceae Landscape Use(s): Borders / Shrubbery, Formal Garden, Hedging / Screening, Wind Break Origin: SouthAmerica Characteristics: Pest & Diseases: Aphids, Possums Foliage Colours: Green Flower Colours: Insignificant Flower Fragrant: No Cultural Notes: Avoid planting to close to homes, paving as these roots can be invasive. Best Flowering Season: TBA position large gardens and park land or in flooded areas on farm land where they Fruit: Yes can be used a great shade tree. Requirements: Growth Rate: Fast Plant Care: Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well Maintenance Level: Low Water Usage: High Tolerances: Drought: Low Frost: High Wind: High Disclaimer: Information and images provided is to be used as a guide only. While every reasonable effort is made to ensure accuracy and relevancy of all information, any decisions based on this information are the sole responsibility of the viewer. Call 1300 787 401 plantmark.com.au.