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Salix triandra (Almond willow)
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2 hours care
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9m
Max height
Max height
8m
Max spread
Max spread
20-50 Years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Salix triandra
Other names
Almond willow, Almond-leaved willow
Genus
Salix Salix
Species
S. triandra - S. triandra is an upright, multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub or small tree with dark stems bearing broadly lance-shaped, toothed, dark green leaves, lighter beneath, and yellow or green catkins in mid- to late spring.
Salix triandra is: Deciduous
Habit
Upright
Flower
Yellow, Green in Spring
Foliage
Dark-green in Spring; Dark-green in Summer; Dark-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Caterpillars , Aphids , Sawflies Caterpillars , Aphids , Sawflies
Rust Rust
General care
Pruning
Pruning group 1. For basket making, coppice to produce long, straight stems.
Propagation
Sow seed in cold frame as soon as ripe.
Propagation methods
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
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Where to grow
Salix triandra (Almond willow) will reach a height of 9m and a spread of 8m after 20-50 Years.
Suggested uses
Bees (attract & feed bees), Foliage only, Hedging/Screens, Wildlife
Cultivation
Best in deep, moist soil in sun. Does not tolerate shade or shallow chalk. Tolerates pollution and strong winds except strong coastal winds. Develops an aggressive root system so site at least 10m away from buildings. Requires a male and a female plant for seed production. Hybridizes with S. viminalis.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moisture-retentive, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Salix triandra
Other names
Almond willow, Almond-leaved willow
Genus
Salix Salix
Species
S. triandra - S. triandra is an upright, multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub or small tree with dark stems bearing broadly lance-shaped, toothed, dark green leaves, lighter beneath, and yellow or green catkins in mid- to late spring.
Native to
Central Asia, Europe, Great Britain, Northern Asia, Southwestern Asia
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Upright
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Colour
Flower
Yellow, Green in Spring
Foliage
Dark-green in Spring; Dark-green in Summer; Dark-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Caterpillars , Aphids , Sawflies
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
Pruning group 1. For basket making, coppice to produce long, straight stems.
Propagation
Sow seed in cold frame as soon as ripe.
Propagation methods
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
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Where to grow
Salix triandra (Almond willow) will reach a height of 9m and a spread of 8m after 20-50 Years.
Suggested uses
Bees (attract & feed bees), Foliage only, Hedging/Screens, Wildlife
Cultivation
Best in deep, moist soil in sun. Does not tolerate shade or shallow chalk. Tolerates pollution and strong winds except strong coastal winds. Develops an aggressive root system so site at least 10m away from buildings. Requires a male and a female plant for seed production. Hybridizes with S. viminalis.
Soil type
Clay, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Moisture-retentive, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4
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