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Salix repens
Also Known As
- Creeping Willow
Plant type
shrub, groundcover
size
- H: 6"-18"
- W: 18"
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Salix repens plant details
Salix repens is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover shrub with green foliage. In spring white and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix repens
- Plant type: groundcover shrub
- Plant family: salicaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 18 IN wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: white and yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: fall color, rock garden, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix repens
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Gossler Farms
Garden photo gallery of Salix repens
By: Sten Porse
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Gardening facts about Salix repens plant
How to Grow Salix repens
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10'-20'
- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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