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Red Willow

Salix Laevigata

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Overview

The Red Willow, Salix laevigata, is an elegant native shrub reaching up to 33 feet tall. It showcases narrow, lanceolate leaves and reddish-brown bark. Favoring full sun to partial shade, this riparian species thrives in moist, well-drained soils. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, it adds year-round interest with its catkins in spring and vibrant foliage. Ideal for naturalized areas, it also plays a crucial role in erosion control.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, High, MediumZones 8–10Type TreeClimate Mediterranean
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — and enhancing wetland areas
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, it adds year-round interest with its catkins in spring and vibrant foliageRed Willow (Salix Laevigata) — Ideal for naturalized areas, it also plays a crucial role in erosion controlRed Willow (Salix Laevigata) — adding a subtle yet attractive flourish to the plant profile.<br><br>The Red Willow is remarkably versatileRed Willow (Salix Laevigata) — the Red Willow also offers an abundance of slenderRed Willow (Salix Laevigata) — consider its rapid growth rate and potential sizeRed Willow (Salix Laevigata) — <br><br>When incorporating Salix laevigata into a garden design+33

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Salicaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — and enhancing wetland areas
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, it adds year-round interest with its catkins in spring and vibrant foliage
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — Ideal for naturalized areas, it also plays a crucial role in erosion control
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — adding a subtle yet attractive flourish to the plant profile.<br><br>The Red Willow is remarkably versatile
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — the Red Willow also offers an abundance of slender
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — consider its rapid growth rate and potential size
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — <br><br>When incorporating Salix laevigata into a garden design
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — scientifically named Salix laevigata
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — Growing up to 15 to 30 feet in height with a similar spread
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — This species' love for water makes it an exemplary choice for riparian plantings
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — Favoring full sun to partial shade, this riparian species thrives in moist, well-drained soils
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — glossy green leaves reaching lengths of 2 to 4 inches
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — reddish-brown bark that provides striking winter interest
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — demanding full sun to part shade
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — is a fascinating and picturesque deciduous shrub well-suited for enriching North American landscapes
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — although it can tolerate less ideal conditions including periodic flooding and clay soils
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — The Red Willow, Salix laevigata, is an elegant native shrub reaching up to 33 feet tall
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — It showcases narrow, lanceolate leaves and reddish-brown bark
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — flaunting its adaptability across various climate conditions.<br><br>Preferred for its smooth
Red Willow (Salix Laevigata) — this native willow thrives in USDA hardiness zones 6 to 10
Salix Laevigata
Salix Laevigata
Salix Laevigata
Salix Laevigata
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