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    Salix 'Snake'

    Also Known As

    • Snake Willow

    Plant type

    tree, aquatic

    size

    • H: 20'-30'
    • W: 10'-15'

    planting zones

    • 3a-8b

    Salix 'Snake' plant details

    Salix 'Snake' is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic tree with green foliage. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix 'Snake'

    Plant type: aquatic tree
    Plant family: salicaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
    Uses: contorted, cutting garden, shade tree

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix 'Snake'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Even more contorted than S. matsudana, the ?Snake? willow earned its name fairly!; a small (to 12'), pyramidal tree with sinuously contorted branches and finely haired leaves which give it a silvery-white aura; very ornamental. S/M-W

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Salix 'Snake' plant

    How to Grow Salix 'Snake'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Zones

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    Zones

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    Width: 15'-60'

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    Zones

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    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - regular
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    Zones

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    Size

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    Width: 8'-10'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture
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    aka Swiss Willow

    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun
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