About
A naturally occurring hybrid between the mountain willow and the eared willow, forming a compact, low-growing, deciduous dwarf shrub with small, broadly ovate to rounded, mid-green leaves and small catkins in spring. A botanical curiosity for a cool, moist, shaded rock garden.
About the genus
Salix are deciduous shrubs and trees of diverse habit, with simple leaves and tiny flowers in catkins, male and female usually on separate plants. Some are valued for their brightly coloured winter shoots, others for their foliage or showy male catkins
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.