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Salix ligulifolia 'Placer'

Also Known As

  • Placer Strapleaf Willow

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-15'
  • W: 3'-15'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Salix ligulifolia 'Placer' plant details

Salix ligulifolia 'Placer' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring silver 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, clay and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix ligulifolia 'Placer'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 15 FT - wide, 3 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: silver blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix ligulifolia 'Placer'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

For streambank or wild garden, this native clone selected by the SCS is a 3-15' multi-stemmed shrub with dark-grey bark and light green linear leaves. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Salix ligulifolia 'Placer' plant

How to Grow Salix ligulifolia 'Placer'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • average
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • silver
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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