Salix gracilistyla 'Mt. Asama'

Also Known As

Salix chaenomeloides 'Mt Asama'
Mt Asama Pink Pussy Willow

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-15'
W: 8'-15'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Salix gracilistyla 'Mt. Asama' plant details

Salix gracilistyla 'Mt. Asama' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by pink fruit. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and 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 'Mt. Asama'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix gracilistyla 'Mt. Asama'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mt. Asama Pussy Willow was selected by florists in Japan for its pink-tinged pussy willow flowers. Buds emerge two-toned, dark burgundy and silver, before aging to black-silver. Named after the volcano Mt. Asama, it has larger catkins than Salix caprea. Mt. Asama' pussy willow is also known by some as 'Mt. Aso'. Photos and descriptions from Spring meadow Nursery.

By: Maples N More Nursery

This spectacular cultivar was selected by florists in Japan for its incredible dark-pink pussy willow flowers. The large blossoms age to a beautiful soft silver. Reaching 6-8' it is a stunnng shrub. Named for Mt. Asama, which is a Japanese volcano whose name is often used for red-flowered plant selections. This willow is a wonderful specimen plant for ponds edge or large container. S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

No plant heralds in the spring season better than the Pussy Willow with its young catkins that emerge on the first warm days. These plants are some of the earliest pollen and nectar sources for our pollinating insects and help them regain their strength after the long winter months. Native to temperate Asia, Pussy Willows are easily managed shrubs for border areas in the garden landscape. Once flowering is complete, plants can be pruned to the desired size and shape without disrupting the next season's bloom. Pink Pussy Willow (Salix chaenomeloides 'Mt Asama') has catkins that emerge a light pink. In this early stage they are much sought after for cut flower arrangements.