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Salix exigua var. hindsiana

Also Known As

  • Sandbar Willow

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 15'-20'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Salix exigua var. hindsiana plant details

Salix exigua var. hindsiana is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree 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 high - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix exigua var. hindsiana

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix exigua var. hindsiana

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: high - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

With its very silvery leaves, this fast-growing shrub (to 15 or 20') makes an excellent creek planting or hedge. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Salix exigua var. hindsiana plant

How to Grow Salix exigua var. hindsiana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • high - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • 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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