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Salix candida

Sage-Leaved Willow (Hoary Willow)

The new shoots on this selection emerge white and woolly in texture, changing to a glossy, red-brown. They sport felt-like, gray leaves and produce large, yellow catkins.

  • »  Gray, felt-like leaves
  • »  Large yellow catkins
  • »  New shoots are white and woolly at first, then to a glossy red-brown
  • »  Erect, upright shape
  • »  Bloom Time: Early spring

3gal
$38.19
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:2
  • Height:175-200 cm
  • Spread:100-125 cm
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Moist to Wet Soils
Moist to Average
Growth Rate
Medium
Attributes
Native to Ontario
Deciduous
Flowering Time
Spring
Habit
Oval
Upright
Foliage Color
Green
Silver
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Salix candida

Native to Ontario


Provides good browse for livestock and game animals, particularly in late summer or winter.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Salix candida

Sage-leaved willow grows best in a moist soil and can be lightly pruned to maintain its shape.