Boyds dwarf willow
Salix boydii
Overview
Boyds dwarf willow (Salix boydii) is a small, deciduous shrub native to North America. It grows up to 1 foot tall with foliage that is bright silver-green in color and turns yellow in fall. Its small, white flowers bloom in mid to late spring. These flowers are followed by small, black seed capsules. This species is highly adaptable, thriving in a variety of habitats such as moist meadows, woodlands, and even alpine tundra. It is a popular ornamental, valued for its graceful cascading branches and year-round interest.
Care Guide
Watering
Average
Light
Full sun, part shade.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 4-7.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, February, May.
Propagation
Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Seed Propagation, Division
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