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Salix 'Rubykins'

Also Known As

  • Salix koriyanagi 'Rubykins'
  • Rubykins Willow

Plant type

shrub, aquatic

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 5a-7b

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Salix 'Rubykins' plant details

Salix 'Rubykins' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous aquatic shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring cream and red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix 'Rubykins'

Plant type: aquatic shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix 'Rubykins'

USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected by Dr. Dirr, this vigorous willow is attractive even when its red catkins aren?t in evidence because of its narrow leaves which have a white reverse and midrib. S/M-W
Red catkins in the spring make this willow unique. Narrow green leaves, white underneath.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Gardening facts about Salix 'Rubykins' plant

How to Grow Salix 'Rubykins'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • red
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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