Salix glabra 'Black Skin'

Also Known As

Black Skin Smooth Willow

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

2a-9b

Salix glabra 'Black Skin' plant details

Salix glabra 'Black Skin' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter green and silver flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix glabra 'Black Skin'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: green and silver blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix glabra 'Black Skin'

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A choice species not just for its outstandingly ornamental dark glossy green foliage but more for its glossy dark (almost black) bark stems, the stems are stunning in a winter garden particularly with a lighter backdrop and they are perfect for basketry as the stems keep their back color when dried; a neat 6-10' rounded shrub; coppice yearly for best results. S/M