Salix interior

Latin name: Salix interior
Common Name: Interior Willow
Plant type: Shrub
Shape: Shrubby
Botanical family: Salicaceae

Description

Salix interior, or sand willow, is a native shrub highly tolerant of poor, sandy soils and often used for streambank stabilization and ecological restoration. Its narrow, bluish-green foliage and spreading habit make it a useful plant for naturalistic plantings. It produces decorative catkins in spring and offers good resistance to wind, erosion, and drought. Very hardy and environmentally friendly, it is ideal for reforestation projects or the restoration of disturbed environments.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 2

Exposure: Sun
Watering: Moderate watering
Fertilization: Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type: Slightly acidic to neutral, cool to moist, well-drained
Minimum temperature: '-40°C

Flowering period: Spring
Flower color: YELLOW

Foliage type: Obsolete
Foliage color: Green

Height: 2 to 3 m (6 to 10 feet)
Width: 3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate: fast

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Papillons
Fleurs attirant les papillons

Papillons

Répulsif
Aide à repousser certains nuisibles

Répulsif

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

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