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White Willow

Salix alba

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White Willow (Salix alba)

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Bloom colours

lemon, green

What actually matters with this one

Never plant it within 20 m of drains or foundations. The roots go looking for water and they find it.

How to grow it

Light
full sun
Water
Never let it dry out
Hardiness
Zones 2-8
Height
20-25 m
Flowers
April
Difficulty
easy

Plant it alongside

Relatives and plants that want the same conditions.