Flame Willow

Salix alba

SAL-ix

Shrubs: Ornamental Shrub

Zone
2: -50° to -40°
Min. Temp
Frost Tolerant: 24°

Appearance

Summer Foliage
Yellow
Fall Foliage
Red
Habit
Upright
Height
20–40 ft
Spread
10–20 ft
Form
Catkin

Characteristics

Type
Native Selection
Safety
Non-toxic
Growth Rate
Fast
Tolerance/Resistance
Tolerates standing water
Attracts
Attracts Beneficial Insects
Uses/Placement
Windbreak

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun - Part Shade
Soil Texture
Adaptable
Soil Drainage
Adaptable
Soil Moisture
Average to Moist
Soil PH
Neutral: 6.5-7.0
PH Tolerance
Prefers neutral soil
Soil Amendment(s)
Compost
Fertilizer
Moderate Feeder
Fertilizer Formula
Balanced Fertilizer
Fertilizer Timing
Early Spring
Micronutrients
Trace Minerals Beneficial

Care

Care Level
Low

Behavior and Propagation

Spreading
Moderate Spreader
Propagation Method
Wind Pollinated
Propagation Licensing
Open propagation permitted
Division Timing
Rarely Needs Division