Golden Willow is an attractive accent tree that's perfectly suited for those moist or wet areas on your property.
This fast growing tree has glossy narrow leaves that turn gold in fall, furrowed brown bark and showy gold branches that especially stand out in the winter.
Golden Willow is commonly used for windbreaks, shelterbelts, and ornamental planting. In addition to looking great, Golden Willow attracts a variety of birds and mammals with its twigs and buds.
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.
Note: do not plant near buildings or buried services.
Zone: 2a Height: 15 m (49 ft) Spread: 15 m (50 ft) Moisture: normal, wet Light: full sun Fuzz/fluff: yes Catkins: yes Fall colour: golden yellow Bark: new shoots (growth) are bright yellow on the plant giving it a nice fall/winter appeal Growth rate: fast Life span: medium Maintenance: low Suckering: medium Pollution tolerance: high
In row spacing: 2.4 - 3 m (8 - 10 ft) Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)
Other names: basket willow, blue willow, cricket bat willow, duck willow, velvet osier, white osier, white willow
