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Salix retusa

Also Known As

  • Willow

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-12"
  • W: 24"-48"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Salix retusa plant details

Salix retusa is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover shrub with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix retusa

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 4 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: dwarf, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix retusa

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This prostrate alpine shrublet forms a dense mat (rooting where it touches the ground) with tufts of tiny leaves; from rock and chalk outcrops in the European Alps. S/M/GDr

Gardening facts about Salix retusa plant

How to Grow Salix retusa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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