Salix daphnoides 'Continental Purple'

Also Known As

Continental Purple Daphne Willow

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-60'
W: 30'-60'

planting zones

5a-9b

Salix daphnoides 'Continental Purple' plant details

Salix daphnoides 'Continental Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring cream and yellow 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, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix daphnoides 'Continental Purple'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 60 FT - wide, 30 FT - 60 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix daphnoides 'Continental Purple'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An outstandingly ornamental male clone, this vigorous grower features pretty blue-green leaves on dark stems, the tall and pliable rods from this widely-spreading 30-60' tree darken from bright red to a deep purple and are gorgeous when used for basketry or other craft; prolific catkins open from buds tipped with bright red and yellow. S/M-W