Buy Salix 'Licorice Whip'

Also Known As

WILLOW

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-20'
W: 10'-20'

planting zones

4a-9b

1 gallon | $39

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Salix 'Licorice Whip' plant details

Salix 'Licorice Whip' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In winter silver flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix 'Licorice Whip'

Plant type: shrub or tree
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 'Licorice Whip'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This lovely hybrid of Salix caprea and Salix purpurea kept the best of both parents, featuring pretty purple-black stems in winter and handsome silver catkins in spring which mature to a soft pinkish-brown. The very long lasting blooms make great cut flower specimens. If coppiced annually it forms long straight rods about 6' tall; perfect for crafts such as basketry. This wonderful willow was discovered by Steve Hottovy in his nursery Beyond Green LLC. S/M-W