Overview:
Categories: Deciduous
Image of Willow species by Mary Ellen (Mel) Harte, Bugwood.org
Native, small tree for plains rivers – Not recommended for our area due to moisture needs, although can be used for restoration or conservation of riparian areas.
Features:
Scientfic Name: Salix amygdaloidesNative: Yes
Growth Habit: Open
Growth Rate: Rapid
Max. Height (ft): 40
Max Width/Spread (ft):
Life Span: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: Excellent
Drought Resistance: Poor
Elevation Range: 9500
Soil Conditions:
Wildlife Value: High
Wildlife Notes: Food and cover for birds, browse value for deer, elk and moose
Seasonal Color: Not Conspicuous
Possible Insect Issues: willow and poplar borers
Possible Disease Issues: cytospora canker, leaf rust
Miscellany:
Ordering Information:
Our Annual Tree Program is Closed to orders.
It will re-open for ordering in Late Fall of 2021
It will re-open for ordering in Late Fall of 2021
*Trees purchased through our programs cannot be resold, are intended for conservation efforts, and not for ornamental-only landscaping projects. We do not ship orders at this time. Other conditions may apply, dependent upon the program products you choose to purchase. For full details, visit our Tree Program, Shipping, Payment & Returns and Terms & Conditions pages for more information.
