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Navajo Willow, Globe Willow

Salix Matsudana

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Overview

Salix matsudana, commonly known as Globe Willow or Navajo Willow, is a fast-growing, deciduous tree reaching up to 50 feet in height with a similar spread. Its distinctive, rounded canopy features pendulous branches and bright green, lance-shaped leaves. Thriving in USDA zones 4-8, it prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. This willow is susceptible to pests and disease, requiring regular monitoring and maintenance for a healthy landscape presence.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 5–8Type TreeClimate Temperate
Navajo Willow, Globe Willow (Salix Matsudana) — deciduous tree reaching up to 50 feet in height with a similar spread
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Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Salicaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Navajo Willow, Globe Willow (Salix Matsudana) — deciduous tree reaching up to 50 feet in height with a similar spread
Navajo Willow, Globe Willow (Salix Matsudana) — commonly known as Globe Willow or Navajo Willow
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Photograph: Montrealais at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source

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