Overview
Salix rosmarinifolia is a shrub in the genus Salix, part of the Salicaceae family. Salix rosmarinifolia grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates moist and well-drained soils. It is native to Afghanistan, Altay, Austria, Baltic States, Belgium, Central European Russia, China North-Central, Czechia-Slovakia, Denmark, East European Russia, Finland and France.
About
Salix rosmarinifolia, commonly known as rosemary-leaved willow, is a shrub belonging to the Salicaceae family. As a member of the Salix genus, it shares characteristics with willows, which are typically deciduous trees and shrubs found in moist soils across cold and temperate regions. This cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated easily through cuttings and is native to a broad range of areas including parts of Europe and Asia such as Afghanistan, Austria, and Finland.
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About the genus
Willows, also called sallows and osiers, of the genus Salix, comprise around 350 species of typically deciduous trees and shrubs. They are primarily found on moist soils in cold and temperate regions.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Salix
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- moist, well-drained
- Soil moisture
- moist
Plant details
Salix rosmarinifolia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Native to
- Afghanistan, Altay, Austria, Baltic States, Belgium, Central European Russia, China North-Central, Czechia-Slovakia, Denmark, East European Russia, Finland, France
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Salix rosmarinifolia
- Propagation
- cuttings
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Salix rosmarinifolia?
Salix rosmarinifolia prefers full sun and partial shade.
What soil does Salix rosmarinifolia need?
Salix rosmarinifolia grows best in moist and well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I propagate Salix rosmarinifolia?
Cuttings.
