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Salix x rubens

Also Known As

  • Salix rubens
  • Willow

Plant type

tree, aquatic

size

  • H: 35'-50'
  • W: 30'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Salix x rubens plant details

Salix x rubens is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic tree with green 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 - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix x rubens

Plant type: aquatic tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 30 FT - wide, 35 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: basket weaving, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix x rubens

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: erosion, humidity and verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In the swamps of the deep south, these willows grow to a prodigious size (among the largest willows in the world!), but in cultivation they often reach 35-50'; useful for wickerwork, baskets, and erosion control. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Salix x rubens plant

How to Grow Salix x rubens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant
    • erosion control
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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