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Salix chaenomeloides - Japanese Pussy Willow
Family Salicaceae
Botanical Name Salix chaenomeloides
Common Name Japanese Pussy Willow
Size 15 - 20' tall with similar spread.
Hardiness Zone 6 - 8.
Culture Prefers moist soil; very adaptable; full sun.
Ornamental Value Silky white catkins in winter to early spring.
Landscape Use For wet soils, flower arrangements.
Key Identifying Characteristics Alternate, simple, narrow elliptic, serrate, pubescent leaves; silky flower buds; red stem.
Notable Cultivars none
Campus Location Ag: South Woody Garden
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