Deciduous shrubs – non-flowering – Sageleaf Willow

Sageleaf willow 

Botanical name: salix candida 

Beginner friendly?: yes 

Average size at maturity: up to 3 and a half ft in height with a 3-7 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 3-7

Foliage color: green/grey 

Growth rate: can grow 3-6 ft per year 

Pruning instructions: prune to maintain desired size and shape in the early spring

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings 

Landscape use: mass planting, mixed borders, accent plant 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: water tolerant, helps with erosion control

Watering instructions: water when the first 2 inches of soil have dried out 

Fertilizing instructions : use an all purpose plant food slow-release fertilizer once a year in the spring 

Best time to plant: spring or summer 

Best type of soil: loam/clay 

Companion plants: coneflower, knock-out roses, black-eyed susan 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no