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Salix eriocephala 'Mawdesley'

Also Known As

  • Mawdesley Willow

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-15'
  • W: 6'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-9a

Salix eriocephala 'Mawdesley' plant details

Salix eriocephala 'Mawdesley' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub 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 eriocephala 'Mawdesley'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 15 FT - wide, 6 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: basket weaving

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix eriocephala 'Mawdesley'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This beautiful willow is a Missouri River Willow selection; it's tough and flexible stems make it an important basketry willow, this large (to 6-10') shrub is also very ornamental with attractive male catkins; native to the rocky soils and sandbars along central and eastern U.S. rivers. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Salix eriocephala 'Mawdesley' plant

How to Grow Salix eriocephala 'Mawdesley'

  • 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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