European Alder

European Alder is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing European Alder →

Common European Alder Problems →

European Alder prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

European Alder Water Frequency →

European Alder Root Rot →

European Alder requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

European Alder Light Requirements →

European Alder Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

European Alder is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. European Alder is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Is European Alder Edible? →

European Alder Toxicity to Cats →

European Alder Toxicity to Dogs →

European Alder Toxicity to Humans →

European Alder does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for European Alder →

When and How to Successfully Repot European Alder →

What Are Healthy European Alder Roots →

European Alder should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize European Alder →

European Alder grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

European Alder Lifecycle →

European Alder Size Guide →

How and When to Prune European Alder →

USDA Hardiness Zone
European Alder can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

European Alder Temperature Tolerance →

European Alder Hardiness Zones →

Is European Alder a Weed? →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in European Alder, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting European Alder →

What Eats European Alder? →

• Drooping European Alder Leaves →
• European Alder Dropping Leaves →
• European Alder Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on European Alder →
• Brown Spots on European Alder →
• European Alder Leaves Falling Over →
• European Alder Leaves Curling →
• European Alder Yellow Leaves →
• European Alder Root Rot →
• Why Is My European Alder Wilting? →