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
Additional information
| Generic | Salix |
|---|---|
| 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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