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Salix petiolaris
Meadow willow is a medium shrub willow, reaching 5-10 feet in height with a wide spread. The species is dioecious, meaning each plant has either male or female flowers and needs the other within a short distance in order to produce viable seeds.
This willow is naturally found in wetland areas, and requires moist to wet soils, and is also an excellent choice for erosion control. Willows are one of the strongest plants, ecologically, serving as a host to hundreds of Lepidopteran and providing food and habitat for many bird species as well. The young branches of Salix petiolaris have a purple hue, and mature to a reddish-brown color.
Plants can be purchased in-person or online (with in-person pick-up).
All online orders will be ready for pick-up 24-72 hours after purchase. You will receive an email to let you know when your order is ready. We kindly ask that you pick-up any orders within one week of purchase.
Salix petiolaris (Meadow willow)
type: shrub sun needs: Full sun to part sun water needs: average to moist height: 5-10' plant spacing:
4'-10' bloom time: April and May bloom color: yellow Salt tolerant. Some salt exposure should not be fatal to the plant but some leaf burning may still occur. Supports at-risk insects:
Host plant for:
Twilight Moth (Lycia rachelae)
Acadian skipper
Pollen and nectar source for Bombus terricola (yellow-banded bumblebee) and Bombus vagans (half-black bumblebee).
