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Salix purpurea 'Nana'

Family Salicaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The deciduous shrub Salix purpurea 'Nana' (alaska blue willow) bears showy and white blossoms during early spring to late spring. The showy glossy foliage is greyish green in colour and fine in texture. Salix purpurea 'Nana' (alaska blue willow) has smooth bark.
Typical Uses Hedge and screening.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Salix purpurea 'Nana' . Salix purpurea 'Nana' is tolerant of drought, wet sites and compacted soil.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Salix purpurea 'Nana' (alaska blue willow) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.