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Salix cinerea 'Tricolor'

Also Known As

  • Salix cinerea tricolor
  • Tricolor Gray Willow
  • Tricolor Variegated Grey Willow
  • Variegated Grey Sallow

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 12'-18'
  • W: 12'-18'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Salix cinerea 'Tricolor' plant details

Salix cinerea 'Tricolor' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green, pink, red and variegated foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix cinerea 'Tricolor'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, red and variegated
Mature size: 12 FT - 18 FT - wide, 12 FT - 18 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: cascading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix cinerea 'Tricolor'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another variegated form with streaky variegation it only shows tricolor during cool weather and tends to green out in summer.
A stunning Weeping form of Goat/French Pussy Willow. See more basic info under 'Select' below. This is truly a specimen tree for any yard. Compact habit can fit in almost anywhere but place it where the neighbors can drool because it's very hard to find in the trade!

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

A variegated form of grey willow the red branchlets contrast beautifully with the light green speckled white foliage. The large shrub will grow to 18' and be rounded and dense in it's habit. A terrific plant suitable for some difficult situations and pretty as well!

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Salix cinerea 'Tricolor' plant

How to Grow Salix cinerea 'Tricolor'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • pink
    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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