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Salix gracilistyla 'Variegata'
Also Known As
- Salix gracilistyla variegata
- Variegated Shrub Willow
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'-10'
- W: 6'-10'
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Salix gracilistyla 'Variegata' plant details
Salix gracilistyla 'Variegata' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with blue, green, variegated and white foliage. In spring red, silver and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix gracilistyla 'Variegata'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: salicaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue, green, variegated and white
- Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Flowers: red, silver and yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix gracilistyla 'Variegata'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Salix gracilistyla 'Variegata' plant
How to Grow Salix gracilistyla 'Variegata'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- red
- yellow
- silver
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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