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Also Known As

Willow

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'
W: 10'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Salix magnifica plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix magnifica

Plant type: tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 20 FT tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix magnifica

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Salix magnifica is a beautiful and interesting large shrub or small tree with large, broad, bluish-green leaves that are whitish beneath and veined red. The leaves emerge with red and purple tints and are held on red stems. The look of the foliage is much more typical of a magnolia than a willow. It has 6-8 inch long yellow to orange and burgundy catkins in spring. Native to panda country in China.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

I first saw this plant at MSK Nursery in Seattle. in the 70's. Maureen Krueklberg said what is it? I said Magnolia campbellii 'Mollicomata'. No, she said. It's a willow. A willow, Wow! Still amazes me it's a willow. Don't feel too bad. Ernst Wilson collected it in China as Magnolia magnifica. The fairly large leaves are deeply veined. Only a few available.

By: Gossler Farms

Truly the most remarkable of all willows! When this delightful species was first discovered, this it was thought to be a Magnolia so similar are its large, to 10", leaves! It became pretty clear it was not a Magnolia when the amazing 4-11" catkins appeared spring. This wonderful 10-20' Chinese tree has pretty purple stems. Beautiful as a specimen or focal point and awesome for creating a tropical feel in the garden. S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Deciduous shrub, large thick leaves, yellow fall color. Native to W. Sichuan mountains. Zone 7-8. 6'-12', China, part shade-sun, moist, humus rich

By: Keeping it Green Nursery

When collected it was thought this Salix was a Magnolia. Leaves are broadly oval, blue-green to 8" long. An upright shrub or tree with red-purple shoots to 15'. Late in spring, slender green catkins are produced. This is a rare and lovely tree.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Wide green leaves with lighter veins look nothing like a willow but more like a magnolia, that is until it blooms with furry catkins. Medium size, upright tree.