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Species: Salix irrorata

Salix irrorata

Dewystem Willow; Bluestem Willow

Found on Course Walks

None Listed

Map of plant locations

(Plant location data may be incomplete)

In Collection(s):

Tree Identification Guide
Woody Shrubs for Storm Water Retention

Cultivars

No cultivars listed

Ornamental Characteristics

Shrub > 8 feet

6 - 10'

Deciduous

dense, upright form

Stems are bluish-white to blue/bluish purple. Stem color contrasts well with yellow spring catkins and yellow fall foliage.

Environmental Characteristics

Full sun

5a

Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)

Occasionally saturated or very wet soil; Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

Bare Root Transplanting


Other

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil
Consistently moist, well-drained soil
Occasional periods of dry soil
Prolonged periods of dry soil
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