Salix discolor (Pussy Willow)

Pussy willow may be grown in moist soils along streams, ponds or in low spots in the landscape where other shrubs or small trees may falter. It will also grow in average garden soils. Plants may be regularly cut back for use as a hedge. Stems with catkins may be cut in spring for indoor arrangements.

Associates: Andropogon gerardii (Big Bluestem), Aster azureus (Sky-Blue Aster), Baptisia leucantha (White Wild Indigo), Lespedeza capitata (Round-Headed Bushclover), Solidago riddellii (Riddell’s Goldenrod)

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Bloom Period

April, March

Colors

Green, Yellow

Plant Height

12-15'

Shrub Size

6-15' x 4-12'

Spread

4-12'

Sun

Full, Partial

Tolerance

Black Walnut, Deer

Water

Medium, Wet