Pussy Willow

Size: 18-24’’

Bring back a classic! Native Pussy Willow (Salix discolor) is an extremely important, early spring food source for pollinators in Michigan. It’s cut branches bring some of the natural world indoors at the end of winter with fuzzy tufts adorning the straight and sturdy branches. Left outside, the unopened buds of the flowering plant burst into airy masses of bright yellow, pollen rich blooms. It is one of the earliest blooming plants in the landscape, making it a vital food source for hungry pollinators.

Pussy willow may be grown in moist soils along streams, ponds or in low spots in the landscape where other shrubs or small trees may falter. It will also grow in average garden soils. Plants may be regularly cut back for use as a hedge. Stems with catkins may be cut in spring for indoor arrangements.

Pussy Willow prefer full sun or partial sun/shade. Prefers Acidic, Loamy, Moist, Rich, Well Drained soils. Grows to about 15' - 23' in height and spread 12' - 25'

This plant will be packaged as "bare root". Bare root plants have no soil around their roots. Bare root trees, shrubs, and perennials must be planted as soon as possible before growth begins. Find care and planting instructions here:  https://www.arborday.org/trees/planting/bare-root.cfm

Item only available in bundles

Available through the Spring Tree Sale. Pick up from Kardell Hall, Eaton Co. Fairgrounds
Friday, April 12, 2024 9AM to 5PM
Saturday, April 13, 2024 9AM to 11AM