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GOLDEN CURLS WEEPING WILLOW (Salix matsudana) |
Twisted, spiraling branches in all directions, with young stems displaying weeping form. Only curly cultivar that weeps. Interesting winter effect and vivid golden orange branches can be cut to use in floral arrangements or baskets. Great landscaping affect if planted behind a pond where its reflection can be observed in the water. Produces yellow catkins after the leaves emerge that attract bees. Fast growing when young. Curls Golden Weeping Willow can be maintained as a shrub or grown as a tree, becoming 30 ft. or more tall. Hardy to -20°F. Zones 5-9. |
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PACIFIC WILLOW (Salix lasiandra) |
Fast growing wetland tree native to northern and western North America. Leaves are long and narrow, glossy dark green but dull and pale gray on the underside. Yellow catkins appear after the leaves emerge. Attracts bees. Black bark on older specimens. Good for stabilizing banks. Pacific Willow can be found on both sides of the Cascades. Grows on average to 15-30 ft. or more. Zone 3-9. |
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SITKA WILLOW (Salix sitchensis) |
From California to Alaska, Sitka Willow is the most common shrubby willow, widely adapted to various soil types and to sun or shade. The Sika Willow is fast growing and great for erosion control. Matures at 25 feet. Zone 5-9 |
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