Willow, 5 gal, Silver Leaf/Silky

Native to North America. A rounded tree with orange bark at maturity. Weeping long silvery grey leaves hang in a fine textured fashion, turning yellow in fall. Good park or large landscape tree.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Tree
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 12 – 15m (40 – 50ft.)
Mature Spread: 8m (26ft.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies

Ornamental Features

Foliage Colour: Silver, turning yellow in the fall.

Care

General Maintenance: Little pruning is necessary. Prune broken or damaged limbs.
Light: Full sun
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established.
Soil: Prefers moist to wet areas.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.