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Salix alba 'Silver Column' | white willow

'Silver Column' is one of the most beautiful and versatile silver-leaved trees available. Leaves are covered on both sides with soft, silky hairs; the white undersides of the leaves flash in the breeze. Foliage remains on the tree through late November/early December.

Can be grown as a large tree, which will be twice as tall as wide when mature, or it can be coppiced annually to maintain a smaller shrub size. Makes an excellent hedge or windbreak and is a great alternative to the highly invasive Russian Olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia).

Zones: 2 to 8
Family: Salicaceae
Type: Deciduous Shrub
Height: 30 to 40 ft.
Spread: 10 to 20 ft.
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil Condition: medium to wet
Bloom Time: April to May

Special Characteristics
  • Deer-resistant
  • Juglone tolerant
  • Silver foliage
  • Fast-growing
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Salix alba 'Silver Column' | white willow

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