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Alnus Incana | Grey Alder
Alnus Incana | Grey Alder

Alnus Incana | Grey Alder

SKU: TR30000705
9 litre pot | 2.4 - 2.7m tall
£49.99
Available to order from spring
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Overview

Colourful stems and twigs.

Acer 'Hot Wings, can be grown as either a large shrub or small tree and is named for its red-green winged seed cases, which contrast against its green foliage in the summer months. Like many other Acer's, it has a delightful autumn colour in shades of yellow, orange and red.

Specifications

  • Supplied As: 9L pot
  • Flowering Period: Spring
  • Level of Care: Easy
  • Preferred Location: Full sun or part shade
  • Soil Type: Moist but well-drained

Eventual height & spread

Eventual height and spread

Care guide

Once planted, you should water your plants regularly for at least the first year. it is also important to have adequate spacing between each tree. Bare root and containerised trees have differing planting requirements, detailed below: Watering: Bare root trees should have their roots soaked in water for up to 2 hours before planting, while with containerised trees, it is important to drench their root ball before planting. Pruning: Another difference is that for bare root trees, it is useful to prune their woody roots back a few inches. However, for containerised trees, you should free any spiralized roots growing around their rootball's circumference. Planting: With bare root trees, you should dig a hole to enable the graft point to be above the soil, while with containerised trees, the pot should sit no lower than an inch below the ground. Bare root and containerised trees also share planting requirements, detailed below:With both, you should dig a hole that is twice the radius of their rootball. Stake your trees no more than 2 - 3 inches from the stem, and make sure that they are pointing away from the prevailing wind. Fill the planting hole with a mix of compost and garden soil, finishing with fertiliser and mycorrhizal fungi. Take care to not compress the soil. Once you are happy with your efforts, give your tree a generous watering. Add mulch on top (this can be bark and wood chippings, compost, manure, leaf-mould, and stones), and ensure that these do not touch the stem of the tree. Tie the stake to your tree (and leave space for growth), and place a rabbit guard around your tree to protect it from harmful pests. Apply fertiliser and replace decomposed mulch come spring. When autumn arrives, remove fallen leaves to prevent the risk of disease. You should also make sure that the ties are not rubbing your tree.

Features

  • Bold foliage
  • Pest resistant
  • Great for beginners
  • Easy to plant
  • Deciduous Plant

How your order will arrive

Pots and Packaging
Larger pots (2L and above) are wrapped in waxed paper and then attached to a cardboard base so they stay stable in the box. The waxed paper prevents the compost from spilling out and gives the base some added protection from damp compost. For large numbers of plants, pallets may be used for shipping.

Preparation
The nursery will ensure the plant is moist while it's waiting to be picked up. Our quality control team waters the plant before packing them where necessary to make sure that the plant is suitably watered for transport. Plants with long delicate stems are secured with canes to prevent damage.

Plant on Arrival
Typically plants are delivered ready to plant and will take some time to settle, grow and look more like the product image above.

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