Salix caprea - Cultivation Notes
This larger native willow flourishes on moist / wet soils of any type in part / full sun. It is fast growing and is best reserved for native planting away from house..
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Salix caprea:
- Attractive autumn colour
- Ornamental winter bark / tracery
- Attracts wildlife to feed or nest
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Tolerates cold exposed locations
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
- Produces winter flowers
Weaknesses of Salix caprea
- Invasive/spreading root growth
- Invasive top growth
Design & Plant Use for Salix caprea:
- Added winter interest from attractive bark or stems
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