Alnus rugosa ~ Speckled Alder no-masters October Skies Aster aster oblongifolius

October Skies Aster aster oblongifolius 1

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13July2012

(4) The Plantography Project

Best bloom in part sun and well-drained soils

Alnus rugosa ~ Speckled Alder no-masters October Skies Aster aster oblongifoliusThe Speckled Alder, scientifically known as Alnus incana, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to North America. It is commonly found in wetland areas, such as swamps, bogs, and along stream banks. The Speckled Alder is known for its unique bark, which is smooth and grayish brown with white speckles or lenticels. The leaves are oval shaped and serrated, with a dark green color that turns yellow in the fall. It produces small, inconspicuous