Alnus rugosa ~ Speckled Alder no-masters 13July2012

13July2012

Best bloom in part sun and well-drained soils

while female flowers mature to the familiar brown sausage-like fruiting tip

The Blue Agave prefers full sun and well-drained soil

The tiny flowers followed by berries rarely appear on indoor plants

Alnus rugosa ~ Speckled Alder no-masters 13July2012The 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