Salix discolor

Pussy Willow

Zone 4

Ontario native and much loved as a harbringer of spring. Soft, woolly, silver buds appear before the foliage. Great for cutting. Buds open to creamy-yellow catkins. Medium green leaves have a soft, downy, grey-white underside. Easily grown in moist, marshy soil but also tolerant of drier conditions. Prefers full sun. Prune to desired size and shape. Height: 5-6 m Spread: 125-150 cm

3 gallon container size

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