Salix brachycarpa 'Blue Fox'
Also Known As
- Blue Fox Shortfruit Willow
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Salix brachycarpa 'Blue Fox' plant details
Salix brachycarpa 'Blue Fox' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and winter green flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix brachycarpa 'Blue Fox'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: salicaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue and green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in spring and winter
GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix brachycarpa 'Blue Fox'
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Salix brachycarpa 'Blue Fox' plant
How to Grow Salix brachycarpa 'Blue Fox'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- green
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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