Salix
Willow, Sallows, Osiers.
Family |
Salicaceae |
Genus |
Salix |
Category |
Woody |
Type |
Tree (deciduous) |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
3-9b |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
4 |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H3-H7 |
Temperature (°C) |
-23.3- (-1.1) |
Temperature (°F) |
-10-30 |
Height |
10-12 m |
Cultivation |
Grows best in full to partial shade and moist, well drained soils. |
Growth |
Slow |
Habitat |
Willow trees grow is a wide variety of locations; from tropic to arctic zones. |
Bark/Stem Description |
The bark is soft with watery sap. Branches are thin and brittle. |
Leaf Description |
Leaves are round or oval with serrated edges. |
Propagation |
Propagated from cuttings. |