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Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00001297
11/12/99

Salix matsudana--Hankow Willow


Hardiness Zones: 5 to 8
Height: 40 ft Spread: 25 ft Form: oval
Type: deciduous tree
Annual Growth Rate: more than 18 inches

Comments: The species is seldom grown in landscapes,
however, some of the more unusual cultivars are often
grown. Willows are problem-prone plants that require more
care than other trees.

Cultivars:
'Navajo' - A rounded tree having a height and spread of
50 feet (Vis. 1).
'Tortuosa' - This tree is grown for its contorted and
twisted branches (Vis. 2).
'Umbraculifera' - A rounded, compact plant, somewhat
smaller than the species.

References for Cultivars: Bailey Nurseries 1999, J. Frank
Schmidt and Son 1999, Weston Nurseries 1999, Gee Farms 1999,
Willoway Nurseries 1999, Carlton Plants 1999.


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