Hooker's willow (Salix hookeriana) plant — close-up photo
Easy to grow

Hooker's willow

Salix hookeriana

Overview

Hooker's willow (Salix hookeriana) is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree native to the Rocky Mountains. With its smooth bark and slightly weeping habit, this willow is a great choice for mountain vistas and natural landscaping. The green foliage turns golden in the fall, and in the winter, the twisted branches offer visual interest. Flowering takes place in the spring, with fragrant yellow-green catkins. Hooker's willow can grow in a variety of soils, from dry to moist, and prefers full sun to part shade. It is also tolerant of severe cold temperatures and is a tough and resilient species.

Care Guide

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Watering

Frequent

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Light

Full sun, Part sun/part shade.

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Soil

Bog

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 6-6.

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation, Cutting, Layering Propagation

Diseases & Pests

Common pests: Dieback, Galls, Scale insects, Pest resistant, Disease resistant .

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