Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki'

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Shrub, Tree, Deciduous

Height: 2.5mSpread: 2.5m
Hardy

Foliage colour:

Variegation

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

East facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Back

Soil

Clay / Heavy / Moist

Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki', also known as the flamingo tree or shrimp willow*,* is a popular dwarf willow that is much loved for its flamboyant foliage in spring – a marbled mix of green and white, with flamingo-pink tips. The leaves fade to green in summer and when they drop in autumn, coral-orange stems are revealed. Before the foliage appears again in spring, yellow catkins appear.

Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki' is a compact shrub or small tree. It's often sold as a standard or lollipop tree, grafted on to the rootstock of a different willow variety. A good choice for smaller gardens, it’s been given the prestigious Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society.

Grow Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki' in moist but well drained soil, in full sun or dappled shade. Standard trees grow well in a pot, as long as they are well watered. Prune in winter and lightly again in summer if desired.

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Salix ‘Hakuro-nishiki’ and wildlife

Salix ‘Hakuro-nishiki’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Salix ‘Hakuro-nishiki’ poisonous?

Salix ‘Hakuro-nishiki’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People