Dwarf Willow. A tiny alpine species suitable for a moist position in a rock or peat garden. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers March. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Salix herbacea
A tiny alpine species suitable for a moist position in a rock or peat garden
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Salix |
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Species | herbacea |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Dwarf Willow |
Flower Colour | green |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Salicaceae |
Spread | 20cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Prostrate, Low spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | March |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year, Provide support |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Remove crossing branches to help framework, Thin out overgrown plants |
Pruning Time | Late winter |
Pests and diseases | Aphids, Scale, Rusts, Honey fungus |
Maintenance | Stake and tie, Feed |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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