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Dwarf Arctic Willow

Salix Purpurea 'Nana'

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Overview

The Dwarf Arctic Willow, Salix purpurea 'Nana', is a compact, deciduous shrub with a mature height and spread of 3-5 feet. It showcases slender, purple-tinged stems and elongated, blue-green leaves. Thriving in USDA zones 4-8, it prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Its fine texture and rounded shape make it ideal for small gardens or as a low hedge in landscape designs.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 4–8Type TreeClimate Temperate
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — The plant's dense branching habit also provides valuable shelter for wildlife
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — adding a touch of charm with their silky textureDwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — Thriving in USDA zones 4-8, it prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soilDwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — gracefully adorn the shrub throughout the growing seasonDwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — Salix purpurea 'Nana' thrives in USDA zones 4 through 8Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — although it prefers moistDwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — tolerating a variety of soil types+12

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
5–6 Ft.
Mature width
5–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Salicaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — The plant's dense branching habit also provides valuable shelter for wildlife
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — adding a touch of charm with their silky texture
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — Thriving in USDA zones 4-8, it prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — gracefully adorn the shrub throughout the growing season
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — Salix purpurea 'Nana' thrives in USDA zones 4 through 8
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — although it prefers moist
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — tolerating a variety of soil types
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — especially during extended dry periods
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — deciduous shrub with a mature height and spread of 3-5 feet
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — cool hue to the landscape.<br><br>A hardy specimen
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — It showcases slender, purple-tinged stems and elongated, blue-green leaves
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — Its fine texture and rounded shape make it ideal for small gardens or as a low hedge in landscape designs
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — deciduous shrub prized for its delicate form and fine-textured foliage
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — making it an ideal choice for smaller garden spaces or as an accent plant in a mixed border
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — Minimal pruning is necessary to maintain its neat
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — It is notably adaptable to wet conditions
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — measuring 2 to 4 inches in length
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — This cultivar typically attains a size of 3 to 5 feet in both height and spread
Dwarf Arctic Willow (Salix Purpurea 'Nana') — which emerge in early spring before the leaves
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