Salix fargesii

Also Known As

Chinese Willow

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Salix fargesii plant details

Salix fargesii is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture water. Adapts to various soil conditions. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix fargesii

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix fargesii

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rosa Sunblaze 'Bridal' has pure white to ivory white flowers with cream centres. Light fragrance. The Sunblaze series are floriferous miniature roses from the breeder Meilland of France that grow to about 1.5-2 feet tall and wide and bloom all summer long

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

?One of the most ornamental of all Salix species? (Newsholme), this 8-10' shrub offers yr-round interest: shining-red winter buds, glossy stems, large (Magnolia-like!) leaves, 4-6" springcatkins; protect from spring frost. S/M-W

By: Forestfarm

Salix fargesii is a shrubby willow that has large deep green leaves all summer. The stems are mahogany colored in winter makes an unusual but a handsome plant.