Salix gracilistyla Mount Aso, 12L
£80.00
notes
Most people plant the bushy shrub Salix gracilistyla 'Mount Aso' for the utterly charming catkins that appear in the late winter, early spring. These are the softest of pinks with a grey fuzzy texture, as soft as mink; it is at once pretty and irresistibly tactile, and hugely cheering at the end of winter. The foliage of this deciduous willow is also appealing, with a blue hue and silvery underside.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 12L
- Height and Spread: 300cm x 300 cm (9ft 10in) over 5 years
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Features
notes
Most people plant the bushy shrub Salix gracilistyla 'Mount Aso' for the utterly charming catkins that appear in the late winter, early spring. These are the softest of pinks with a grey fuzzy texture, as soft as mink; it is at once pretty and irresistibly tactile, and hugely cheering at the end of winter. The foliage of this deciduous willow is also appealing, with a blue hue and silvery underside.
INSIGHTS
The golden, pollen laden flowers are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators. Even after flowering, the foliage offers silvery appeal to the garden. Developed by a cut flower breeder, so the stems are useful for flower arranging. Mt Aso can be grown in a large container - but ensure compost does not dry out.
DETAILS
Flowers: February- April
Hardy
PLANTING
- Any moist, well-drained soil
- South, East or West aspects
- Full sun
CARE
- Avoid chalky soil
- Water well while establishing - the salix enjoys consistent moisture so do not let the ground dry out - mulch well to retain moisture
- Does not require pruning but remove any damaged or diseased branches in late autumn/ winte
Glossary
Cottage Garden
