American glaucous willow

How to Grow and Care for American glaucous willow

American glaucous willow · Salix discolor
Also known as: pussy willow

Grow in any deep, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Avoid shallow chalk soil

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing American glaucous willow

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeClay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Grow in any deep, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Avoid shallow chalk soil

How to Water American glaucous willow?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for American glaucous willow?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for American glaucous willow?

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What Soil Is Best for American glaucous willow?

Soil type
Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for American glaucous willow?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize American glaucous willow?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune American glaucous willow?

For colourful stems or large foliage, prune hard to a low framework. Let young plants establish for one to two years first. Prune in late winter or spring, before or as new growth starts.

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How to Propagate American glaucous willow?

Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer or hardwood cuttings in winter

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How to Transplant American glaucous willow?

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How to Care for American glaucous willow in Winter?

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How to Plant American glaucous willow?

Grow in any deep, moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Avoid shallow chalk soil

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How to Repot American glaucous willow?

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How to Harvest American glaucous willow?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to willow anthracnose, honey fungus and rust diseases

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids, caterpillars, willow leaf beetle, sawflies and willow scale insects

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The Toxicity of American glaucous willow

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Attributes of American glaucous willow

Plant typeShrubs
Height4-8 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
OriginNorthern America

Scientific Classification

Species
Salix discolor
Genus
Salix
Family
Salicaceae
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