Willow. A dwarf, prostrate shrub with rounded leaves and slender grey catkins in spring. Max Height 10cm to 15cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers March to May. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Salix alpina
A dwarf, prostrate shrub with rounded leaves and slender grey catkins in spring.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Salix |
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Species | alpina |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Willow |
Flower Colour | grey |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 10cm, 15cm |
Family | Salicaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Prostrate |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | March, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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