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    Salix petiolaris

    Also Known As

    • Meadow Willow

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 10'-20'
    • W: 10'-20'

    planting zones

    • 2a-8b

    Salix petiolaris plant details

    Salix petiolaris is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In winter silver flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay and rich soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix petiolaris

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: salicaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
    Flowers: silver blooms in winter

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix petiolaris

    USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Soil needs: average, clay and rich

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Much used in basketry and erosion-control, this native 10-20' willow is also very ornamental in its arching habit and long slender, purple young stems. S/M-W

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Salix petiolaris plant

    How to Grow Salix petiolaris

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • silver

    • Flower Season

      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture - regular
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    Size

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    Width: 8'-10'

    • sun - mostly sun
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    Zones

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