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Salix polaris

Also Known As

Polar Willow
Snow-bed Willow

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 6"
W: 20"

planting zones

5b-10a

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Salix polaris plant details

Salix polaris is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring catkins and chartreuse flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix polaris

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: catkins and chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, cascading, creeping, rock garden, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix polaris

USDA Zones: 5b - 10a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This resident of the Arctic tundra is a tough! and ornamental little plant with tiny 1/2"-1"rounded leaves which are often red-tinged ; sometimes hairy; delightful in trough or rock garden. Sun/Med(not dry)/GdDrain

By: Forestfarm

Dwarf creeping Willow from the frozen north. Is the prostrate habit genetic or a response to frequent squashing by oil company vehicles? Or the constant wind caused by the vacuum created by the disappearing ice cap? Or is it just ducking bullets from aerial wolf hunting?