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Pussy Willow vs Budds Yellow Dogwood (Buds Yellow Dogwood)

Salix discolor

Cornus alba Budds Yellow

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Pussy Willow
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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.

Pussy Willow makes a beautiful accent tree, and its bright branches can be used for floral arrangements or basket making.

All willow are important to native pollinators each spring as they have higher amounts of pollen and nectar early each growing season when other food sources are scarce.

Budd's Yellow Dogwood is a select cultivar of Yellow Twig Dogwood that reaches 5 ft tall and wide. It is adaptable and disease resistant which allows it to survive in difficult areas. The striking yellow twigs will add winter interest to your landscape and contrast nicely with Red Osier Dogwood. You can also try contrasting Budd's Yellow Dogwood with more textured trees such as evergreens.

PUSSY WILLOW QUICK FACTS

BUDDS YELLOW DOGWOOD (BUDS YELLOW DOGWOOD) QUICK FACTS

Zone: 2a
Zone: 3a
Height: 7 m (23 ft)
Height: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Fuzz/fluff: yes
Catkins: yes
Fall colour: yellow stems
Flowers: white
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: low





Other Names: american willow
Other Names: budds yellow dogwood, budds yellow twig dogwood, buds yellow dogwood, buds yellow twig dogwood