Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki'

 - Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki'

Common Name:
Genus: Salix
Species: integra
Cultivar: 'Hakuro-nishiki'

The Genus name Salix is possibly an ancient Celtic reference to how these plants are often found growing near water.

Category: Shrubs and Sub-shrubs
Growth Rate: Average
Features: Has interesting foliage, Suitable for growing in containers

Hardiness: HardyHeight: 1.50 m (150 cm)
Sun/Shade: Full sun or Partial shadeSpread: 1.00 m (100 cm)

Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Colour: Green, Pink, White

Soil Type: Normal/Loam or Clay/Heavy
Soil Moisture: Moist, but well drained

This hardy shrub is often grown as a small standard tree. It has mottled foliage that is tinged pink when young. Regular pruning every spring helps to produce a regular supply of these attractive leaves. Mature leaves are a mix of dark green and white colours.

 
 

 

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