Salix caprea - 'Kilmarnock' (Dwarf Weeping Willow)

Type	Tree, Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Deciduous
Form	Weeping or Cascading Foliage, Architectural Form
Size	Small Tree (1.5 to 3m height)
Colours	Medium green Foliage
Care	Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness	Frost hardy
Growth	Slow Growing Plant
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Salix caprea description: This small dwarf willow is commonly used in small gardens as an architectural tree by water, containerised or in a mixed bed. Producing yellow bud and silver catkins in spring - which burst into a cascade of weeping fine gray green foliage. 2m X 2m.

Salix caprea cultivation notes: Kilmarnock willow prefers deep moist fertile soils. Avoid planting in very exposed locations where buds / leaves may be damaged. Prune suckers from grafted stem in late winter - trim bush to shape.

Plant Strengths: All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest.

Plant Weaknesses: Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations; Does not produce showy attractive flowers.
Common Missspellings: Salix, Salex, Selax, Saylix, Saylics, Salics

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Salix caprea - 'Kilmarnock' (Dwarf Weeping Willow)

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