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Salix scouleriana

Also Known As

  • Mountain Pussy Willow

Plant type

tree, shrub, aquatic

size

  • H: 6'-50'
  • W: 6'-50'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Salix scouleriana plant details

Salix scouleriana is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix scouleriana

Plant type: aquatic shrub or tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 50 FT - wide, 6 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, hedge, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix scouleriana

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Varying in size from medium shrub to medium tree, this Western native develops large gray catkins (pussies+) very early in spring; smooth gray bark. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Salix scouleriana plant

How to Grow Salix scouleriana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • average
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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