Arroyo Willow

Salix Exigua

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Overview

The Arroyo Willow, Salix lasiolepis, thrives in riparian zones. This deciduous shrub/small tree ranges from 13-33 ft. in height, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves. In spring, it sports catkins, adding a soft texture. Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to part shade and moist conditions. Its dense, thicket-forming habit offers erosion control and habitat benefits. Ideal for naturalized areas and restoration projects. USDA zones 3-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — The Arroyo Willow, Salix lasiolepis, thrives in riparian zones

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, High, Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Salicaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — making it an excellent choice for erosion control as it stabilizes stream banks and slopes; salix exigua is, image 74

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — and is commonly found along streams; making it an excellent choice for erosion control as it stabilizes stream banks, image 69

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — and wetlands.<br><br>Mature specimens reach heights varying from 5 to 15 feet with a spread of 4 to 12 feet, image 70

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — which are beneficial for pollinators; ideal for naturalized areas and restoration projects, image 76

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — Salix exigua is relatively unbothered by pests and diseases; its dense, thicket-forming habit offers erosion control, image 80

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — though occasional pruning can promote a more compact form; making it a low-fuss addition to any, image 78

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — When integrating this shrub into a garden; though occasional pruning can promote a more compact form, image 82

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — worry-free component for a sustainable landscape design; showcasing a gracefully rounded to spreading habit that, image 81

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — making it a low-fuss addition to any garden.<br><br>Adaptable and resilient; tree with white and yellow blooms, image 79

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — This deciduous shrub requires minimal maintenance once established; which are typically 2 to 5 inches long, image 77

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — white and yellow flowers in the garden; and wetlands.<br><br>Mature specimens reach heights varying from 5 to 15, image 85

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — such as near man-made streams or in rain gardens; adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to part shade and, image 84

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — tree with white and yellow blooms; this deciduous shrub requires minimal maintenance once established, image 86

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — acknowledge its natural affinity for water by placing it in a site that can accommodate its moisture needs; white, image 83

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — The Arroyo Willow, Salix lasiolepis, thrives in riparian zones; in spring, it sports catkins, adding a soft texture, image 88

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — tree for full or half; such as near man-made streams or in rain gardens, image 87

Arroyo Willow (Salix Exigua) — This deciduous shrub/small tree ranges from 13-33 ft; and is commonly found along streams, image 89

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