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Whortle Willow, Dark-leaved Willow, Leatherleaf Willow 'Nigricans'

Salixmyrsinifolia

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Family
Salicaceae (sal-i-KAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Salix (SAL-iks)
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Synonym
Salix myrsinifolia subsp. alpicola
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Deciduous
Height
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
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Bloom Color
Green
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Shrubs
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color
Dark/Black
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Soil pH requirements

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Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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