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

One of few willow survivors of pre-glacial ages, its attractive purplish twigs and hairy 1" leaves perhaps gave this 3' shrub of the northern prairies its new 'Blue Fox' name. S/M-W