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Salix myrsinifolia

Also Known As

  • Salix nigricans
  • Dark-Leaved Willow

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 7'-12'
  • W: 7'-12'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Salix myrsinifolia plant details

Salix myrsinifolia 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 myrsinifolia

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 7 FT - 12 FT - wide, 7 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix myrsinifolia

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The very attractive glossy dark-green leaves of this variable (compact shrub to 10-12' small tree) willow are made even more dramatic by its shiny dark brown-to-black bark.

Gardening facts about Salix myrsinifolia plant

How to Grow Salix myrsinifolia

  • 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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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 15'-20'

Width: 5'-15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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Size

Height: 15'-60'

Width: 15'-60'

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-15"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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Size

Height: 8'-10'

Width: 8'-10'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 2'-5'

Width: 2'-3'

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  • even moisture
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