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Salix irrorata | Blue-stem Willow
• Hardy
• Award-winning 
• Attractive bark 
• Multiple seasons of interest 
• Wet tolerant 
 
Description
The Salix irrorata is a small, ornamental shrub providing multiple seasons of interest. This blue-stem Willow displays grey catkins with red anthers in early spring, providing nectar and pollen for bees. 
 
The Salix irrorata is an attractive shrub with young purple shoots which bloom white in winter and early spring, revealing narrow, oblong leaves. 
 
This award-winning Willow is a great low-maintenance addition, suitable for wildlife and coastal gardens and can also be used for hedging and screens. 
 
Planting Position
The Salix irrorata will do well in full sun to partial shade and moist or wet soil. In 10-20 years, it can reach a height of 2.5m with a 4m spread. 
 
Aftercare
The Salix irrorata requires hard pruning in early spring and is recommended for those grown for their winter stem colour.

Salix irrorata | Blue-stem Willow

SKU : OT1711-360
100,95£Prix

  • Height (10-20yrs): 2.5m
    Spread (10-20yrs): 4m
    Growth rate: slow 

    Foliage
    Foliage:     deciduous
    Foliage colour: green

    Shape
    Habit:     bushy 
    form: upright

    Flowers
    Flowering time:     spring
    Flower colour: grey, silver, yellow

    Growing
    Soil Type:     chalk, sand, clay
    Soil Moisture: moist, wet soil, well-drained  
    Soil pH: acid, alkaline, neutral

    Position
    Sun:     full sun, partial shade
    Exposure: exposed or sheltered 
    Hardiness: hardy 

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