Salix matsudana
Navajo Willow, Globe Willow
Description
Salix matsudana is a beautiful deciduous tree that is useful for erosion control or for shade. It is more drought tolerant that other species of willows. It is fast growing and can reach 50' in height. Its habit is globed shaped. Bare branches make wonderful dried flower arrangements because of the twisting shoots. Leaves are bright green, lance shaped and twisted. This tree is striking in the winter because of the twisted branches.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.