Japanese Pussywillow

Salix chaenomeloides

One of the most colorful of the pussy willow family members; silver or purple-to-pink buds open to long, silvery 2 1/2” catkins. Early pollinators relish the pollen and nectar that follow as the soft, furry buds mature. New leaf growth is red maturing to a deep blue-green. It makes a large rounded shrub to 15’ tall, and is tolerant of salt exposure and wet growing areas.

USDA Zone: 6-9

Grow Height:  15’x 8′ (Standard)

Sun: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Ripening Time: March-April

Pollination: Self-Fertile