Smooth alder is a popular addition to wetland and streambank restorations and needs wet soils. It spreads rapidly by suckering. It also holds onto seed cones into the winter providing visual interest for people and a food source for animals.
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Cultivation Status
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Exposure
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Soil Moisture
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Ecoregion
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(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands |
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(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone |
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(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens |
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(82) Acadian Plains and Hills |
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(58) Northeastern Highlands |
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Ornamental Interest
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Winter Interest and/or Evergreen |
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Attracts Wildlife
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Other Pollinators/Wildlife |
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Host Plant |
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Additional Attributes
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Low Maintenance |
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Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization |
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Landscape Use
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Specimen |
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Naturalize |
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Rain Garden |
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Hedge/screening |
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Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
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Red to Purple Fall Foliage |
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Bright Yellow to Bronze Fall Foliage |
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Orange to Brown Fall Foliage |
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Growth Habit
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