Salix eriocephala

Also Known As

Diamond Willow

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 15'-30'
W: 15'-30'

planting zones

4a-9b

Salix eriocephala plant details

Salix eriocephala is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and winter 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. Does well in average, gritty and rocky soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix eriocephala

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix eriocephala

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and rocky

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This 10-20' native is both important in American basketry and ornamental with its 1-2" catkins (the males with dark orange anthers) appearing before the leaves in spring; British Columbia south to Virginia and Calif. S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Salix eriocephala plant

How to Grow Salix eriocephala

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant