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

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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

"One of the most effective catkin-bearing shrubs" (Hillier), the catkins of this splendid 6-10' shrub open silky-grey, tinged with red & turn yellow. The handsome leaves, downy grey at first, change to green-margined-w-white. Sun/Med