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Pussy Willow vs SpicebushSalix discolor Lindera benzoin SOLD OUT SOLD OUT 
Pussy Willow is a large shrub or small tree that produces catkins that are soft, silky, and silvery before leaves appear in the spring. This native willow prefers moist to wet soil.
The Spicebush is an unique ornamental shrub that blooms with vibrant yellow flowers and bright green foliage. The foliage goes from green to yellow in the autumn, adding fall interest to your garden.The plant is dioecious, meaning that you will need male and female plants in order to harvest it’s red berries. Berries are only produced on female plants. The berries themselves aren’t that sweet, and are mostly enjoyed by birds and other wildlife. PUSSY WILLOW QUICK FACTSSPICEBUSH QUICK FACTS
Fuzz/fluff:
yes
Catkins:
yes
Berries:
red
Flowers:
greenish yellow
Growth rate:
fast
Growth rate:
slow
Maintenance:
low
Maintenance:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
low
Other Names:
american willow
Other Names:
benjamin bush, common spicebush, northern spicebush, wild allspice
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