The Willow family includes a large number of tree types, upright, twisting or weeping (babylonica). They also exhibit a variety of bark and foliage colourings, although all bear catkins. All are vigorous growers and love moisture.
STYLE : Suitable for informal upright, slanting, semi-cascade, cascade, twin trunk, root over rock and saikei.
WARNING : Do not allow to dry out.
Care Info
REPOT : This grows so vigorously that it may need re-potting twice per year in early spring and mid-summer. SOIL : Basic soil mix. 40:60 grit:organic.
PRUNE : Mid spring for main branches.
PINCH : Trim previous years grwoth to 1 or 2 buds in early spring.
SOIL : Free draining soil.
WATER : Daily throughout growing season and even more frequently in hot weather. This tree benefits from standing in shallow water in mid summer. Water less frequently during winter months.
FEED : Balanced feed every 2 weeks from spring to mid-summer.
WARNING : Do not allow to dry out.
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