Full Grown Dappled Willow

It is a small growing deciduous tree that is usually grown as a shrub since it only grows to between 8 and 10 feet in height.

[93] Full Grown Dappled Willow . Several weeks ago i wrote a post about one of my favorite shrubs the japanese dappled willow hakuro nishiki salix integra. Weeping branches display striking pink stems and buds surrounded by foliage mottled with white green and pink highlights. Bring out its best colors by growing the dappled willow in full sun.

The dappled willow tree salix integra is also sometimes referred to as the japanese dappled willow and the nishiki willow. It s deciduous so it will be bare over the winter but the new growth in the spring time is fun to look at. This graceful shrub is a delightful garden accent.

However the plant may not tolerate full sun in locations with long and hot summers. I m excited to see the buds and leaves forming. Dappled japanese willow tree can be grown in a range of conditions.

It is tolerant of sun to shade lighting exposures although full sun will allow it to develop a pinker variegation. Dappled willow grows well in zones 4 9 and needs partial to full sun. Dappled willows are deciduous shrubs that grow 4 to 6 feet in height and width with judicious pruning or 15 to 20 feet when allowed to grow into trees.

The brightly colored stems provide excellent winter interest. The dappled willow is a pretty easy plant to grow doing fine in most garden conditions. These pictures were taken yesterday.

The reddish branches in winter here on a heavily pruned pollarded top grafted specimen. It s a fast growing variegated willow that works well as a privacy screen and is hardy in zones 4 9. Easily maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.