{"product_id":"smooth-alder-live-native-shrub-tree-1-gallon-pot-plant-alnus-serrulata-wetland-wildlife-landscape-plant","title":"Smooth Alder Live Native Shrub Tree in 1 Gallon Pot | Alnus serrulata for Wetlands \u0026 Wildlife","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd native beauty and ecological value to your landscape with Smooth Alder, a hardy multi-stemmed shrub or small tree prized for its adaptability to wet soils and naturalized settings. Also known as Tag Alder or Hazel Alder, this native species forms dense thickets with attractive branching structure, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, pond edges, streambanks, wetland restorations, wildlife habitats, and erosion control plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmooth Alder thrives in moist to swampy conditions where many other plants struggle, while also supporting native pollinators and wildlife throughout the growing season. Its dense growth habit provides shelter for birds and beneficial insects, while its ability to tolerate periodically wet soil makes it highly valuable for naturalized landscapes and ecological gardens. These healthy plants are shipped established in 1 gallon nursery pots and are ready to thrive in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 live Smooth Alder plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 gallon pot plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Native wetland shrub or small tree\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth Alder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alnus serrulata\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous shrub or small tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Established potted plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist to wet soil; adaptable to boggy conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10–20 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8–15 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best suited for landscape planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for rain gardens, wetland edges, and erosion-prone areas where moisture-loving native plants are needed. Pruning suckers can help maintain a more compact form if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"MikesPlants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499593625732,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_24_d26aba18-530c-4960-bb1d-d312f695cf03.jpg?v=1783659668","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/smooth-alder-live-native-shrub-tree-1-gallon-pot-plant-alnus-serrulata-wetland-wildlife-landscape-plant","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}