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Salix arbuscula
Also Known As
- Mountain Willow
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Salix arbuscula plant details
Salix arbuscula is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix arbuscula
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: salicaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Uses: bonsai
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix arbuscula
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Salix arbuscula
By: Robert Matthews
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How to Grow Salix arbuscula
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10'-20'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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