Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Plant of the Week: Arctic Blue Willow



Arctic Blue WillowSalix purpurea
The Arctic Blue Willow has a linear, fine-textured, blue-green upperside, silvery-blue underside foliage. Purpleosier Willow is also known for purplish young stems, wet site or dry site tolerance, bicolored foliage in the breeze, and suckering habit that aids in erosion control.

Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness Zones: 3-6
Size: 10' x 10'
Soil Type: Wet to moist

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