Willow, 2 gal, Dwarf Arctic

Willow, 2 gal, Dwarf ArcticDwarf form of Arctic willow. Upright, rounded form with purple stems and finely textured, blue green foliage that turns yellow in fall. Tolerates moist conditions. Makes a nice low clipped hedge. Drought tolerant once established in a moist, well drained soil. Attributes Type: Deciduous Shrub Growth Habit: Rounded Mature Height: 1. 25 1. 5m (4 5ft.) Mature Spread: 1. 5 2m (5 6ft.) Zone: 2 Feature Characteristics: Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant,

Dwarf form of Arctic willow. Upright, rounded form with purple stems and finely textured, blue-green foliage that turns yellow in fall. Tolerates moist conditions. Makes a nice low-clipped hedge. Drought tolerant once established in a moist, well-drained soil.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Rounded
Mature Height: 1.25 - 1.5m (4 - 5ft.)
Mature Spread: 1.5 - 2m (5 - 6ft.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies

Ornamental Features

Foliage Colour: Blue-grey

Care

General Maintenance: Little pruning is necessary but can cut back heavily in spring to promote strong new growth and rejuvenate every few years. Prune broken or damaged limbs.
Light: Full sun
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established.
Soil: Can tolerate most soils.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.