Willow, Blue Canyon

Salix purpurea ‘Nana’

Categories: Shrubs, Unique bark, Unique foliage

Size (HxW): 4-5’ x 3-4’

Growth Habit: Upright, rounded

Planting Location: Cozy

Zone 3b

Narrow, blue-green foliage with silver undersides
Purple branches add winter interest
Excellent tolerance for heavy clay & moist soil
Great contrast shrub with unique colour & texture
Requires snow cover to prevent winter dieback
Can be grown as a compact, rounded shrub or trim & fertilize heavily in spring to get a tall bamboo-like growth habit
Fast Growth Rate: 18-24”/year

Plant Care:

• Prune in spring to promote fresh growth; prune to shape throughout growing season • Thrives on excess moisture; does not tolerate drought • Tolerates heavy clay & sandy soil

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Description

Size (HxW): 4-5’ x 3-4’

Growth Habit: Upright, rounded

Planting Location: Cozy

Zone 3b

Narrow, blue-green foliage with silver undersides
Purple branches add winter interest
Excellent tolerance for heavy clay & moist soil
Great contrast shrub with unique colour & texture
Requires snow cover to prevent winter dieback
Can be grown as a compact, rounded shrub or trim & fertilize heavily in spring to get a tall bamboo-like growth habit
Fast Growth Rate: 18-24”/year