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Dappled
Willow
Salix |
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Description:
The Dappled Willow is a small tree or large shrub suitable for just about
any garden! It's foliage creates a starburst of color all summer long.
The bright pink new foliage matures to variegated creamy white and green.
The stems then turn to red in winter.
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| Common Name: |
Dappled Willow |
| Botanical
Name: |
Salix integra |
| Type: |
Deciduous tree or
shrub |
| Soil
Preference: |
This plant will
grow in dry to occasionally wet soil. It will also tolerate salt well.
The pH preference is acidic to slightly alkaline. |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full sun, partial
sun, partial shade |
| Attributes: |
Will grow in wet
soil; attractive foliage |
| Pests: |
Scale, caterpillars, borers,
aphids, host for gypsy moth |
| Diseases: |
Root rot, crown gall, Willow Scab,
canker, powdery mildew, rust |
| Care: |
Cut back in spring if necessary.
Heavy fertilization will maintain it's beautiful foliage color. Fertilize
with Holly-tone as recommended by our fertilizer schedule. Planting Instructions: Trees & Shrubs
Water & Fertilizer Schedule |
| Varieties: |
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Salix
integra 'Hakuro Nishiki'
Dappled Willow
zones 5-9
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| Description:
A real show stopper! Bright pink
shoots which open to creamy white and green variegated leaves. Heavy
fertilization will maintain it's color.
This shrub can also be trained into a small tree and can usually be found in
shrub and tree form. Catkins bloom on the stems of this plant in early
April. Grows 12-18" per year. (tree form shown below
↓) |
| Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
| Bloom Time: |
Spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Green, silvery and variegated;
yellow fall color |
| Height: |
10-15' |
| Spread: |
15-20' |
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Salix
integra 'Flamingo'
Dappled Willow
zones 5-9
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| Description:
An improved sport of 'Hakuro Nishiki'. Spectacular deep pink foliage
in spring retains its strong color through the growing season.
Flamingo produces a wide range of contrasting colors in the garden.
This plant even has fall and winter interest with its striking red stems.
Regular pruning will promote a denser and bushier plant. Leaf scorch
is not a problem. |
| Bloom Color: |
Yellow |
| Bloom Time: |
Spring |
| Foliage Color: |
Variegated;
green, pink & white |
| Height: |
3-5' |
| Spread: |
2-3' |
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