Salix daphnoides

Also Known As

Violet Willow

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10"-25'
W: 4'-15'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Salix daphnoides plant details

Salix daphnoides is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring chocolate and white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix daphnoides

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 IN - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: chocolate and white blooms in spring
Uses: showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix daphnoides

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fast-growing, 10-20' shrub is called the violet willow for the outstanding bark on its young branches which are a beautifully deep-dark shining purple muted with a lovely bluish-white bloom; particularly striking in winter, (especially when hard pruned in late spring to stimulate new growth), and also pretty in spring when the violet stems are decorated with silvery one inch catkins. S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Violet Willow - A fast growing, small willow with long purple-violet shoots which are attractively overlaid with a white bloom. Catkins before the leaves in the spring. To zone 4. 7' x 3' in 5 years.