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Salix breweri

Also Known As

  • Willow

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 6'-12'
  • W: 6'-12'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Salix breweri plant details

Salix breweri is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix breweri

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 12 FT - wide, 6 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix breweri

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nevin Smith of Suncrest got us started on this fine Western native, a well-behaved 6-8' shrub with grey-brown bark (velvety when young) and 4-5" broadly oval leaves (bright yellow in fall) and serpentine origins but amenable. Sun/Med-Wet

Gardening facts about Salix breweri plant

How to Grow Salix breweri

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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