Salix purpurea 'Eugene'

Also Known As

Purple Osier Willow

Plant type

shrub, aquatic

size

H: 6'-12'
W: 6'-12'

planting zones

4a-8b

Salix purpurea 'Eugene' plant details

Salix purpurea 'Eugene' is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic shrub with green foliage. In spring purple, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, 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. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix purpurea 'Eugene'

Plant type: aquatic shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: purple, red and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: basket weaving, cutting garden, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix purpurea 'Eugene'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 12' male selection is "an outstandingly ornamental clone... hardy and vigorous" (Newsholme) with flexible arching branches, young foliage which is a translucent light brown, and 1" catkins whose anthers go from purple to red to yellow. SUN/Med-Wet