Salix

A distinctive selection sporting curious upright stems that twist and curve as they rise. Stems are pale green during the growing season picking up saturated orange tones as the weather becomes colder. Still virtually unknown in the trade but very cool for texture and structure none the less. Learn More

A choice willow that develops a low mounding form of finely textured, felted, silver-gray leaves. Plants prefer moist locations in full sun and make ideal contrast elements at the front of a border or at the edge of a pond. 18”x 4’ Learn More

One of the most unique and uncommon willows you'll see! This choice oddity showcases amazing foliage that is curled and spiraled into a curious shape that closely resembles its namesake, a ram's horn. Collectors won't be able to live without it and landscape designers will be intrigued by its unusual texture and irresistible statement. Plants are quite vigorous and will mature 30' tall in time. That said, a good work out with your pruning implement of choice will keep it just about any size desired. Learn More

An alluring introduction with flamboyant, golden-yellow foliage in spring and early summer. Makes a superb cutback shrub or strong statement in the shrub border. We may be the only source in the country for this exciting willow. Learn More

A magical giant pussy willow. As springs approaches and the glowing, rich pink, felted catkins emerge from winter's rest. The vigorous, 12-15' shrubs provide ample display in the garden and are equally impressive when used for cut branches. Attractive, blue cast foliage adds attractive garden presence during the remainder of the growing season. Learn More

A choice willow species widely promoted as having steel-silver catkins that approach the size of a rabbit’s foot. Realistically that’s probably an over exaggeration but the take home message is that the catkins are massive. Plants are vigorous growers and the late winter catkin display is among the best of the group. Excellent for use at the back of the border or for use as cut branches. Learn More

A favorite shrubby willow native to China where the slow growing plants develop a rounded 8-10’ multi-stemmed framework. Massive, army green, 8” lance shaped leaves are held on wax coated mahogany stems and supported by purple blushed petioles. Bold, 4” upright catkins provide added sophistication in spring. Plants are easy to cultivate showing strong tolerance to a range of soil conditions in any sun drenched exposure. Learn More

A demure willow species sure to add colorful accent to open, sunny exposures where the silky-gray, lance-shaped leaves will shine throughout the growing season. Twiggy, golden-yellow stems provided added interest during the dormant season. Plants are slow growers reaching perhaps 3’ high and wide when mature. Learn More

Among the tiniest members of this diverse genus. The creeping alpine willow is certainly a charmer with its diminutive, glossy leaves that set the stage for cute pink catkins that are reminiscent of red clover. The slow growing plants have a prostrate habit with a mat like form that blends well in the rockery or other open, sunny garden space. Learn More