Salix purpurea 'Nana

Latin name: Salix purpurea 'Nana
Common Name: Dwarf purple willow 'Nana'
Plant type: Shrub
Shape: Dwarf
Botanical family: Salicaceae

Description

Salix purpurea 'Nana' is a small, rounded, ornamental willow, highly prized for its distinctive bluish-purple, slender stems. Its narrow, bluish-green foliage is elegant and discreet. Modest in size and very hardy, 'Nana' is used for borders, low hedges, or riverbank landscaping. It also lends itself very well to regular pruning or natural topiary training.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 3

Exposure: Sun
Watering: Regular 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: White

Foliage type: Obsolete
Foliage color: Blue-green

Height: 80 to 100 cm (31 to 39 inches)
Width: 1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate: average

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

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