Black Willow - Free

Salix nigra

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Black Willow
Family : 
Salicaceae
Origin : 
Native
Hardiness : 
2b
Exposition : 
Sun or partial shade
Height at maturity : 
25 m
Spread at maturity : 
20 m
Spacing requirement from power lines : 
12 m
Crown shape : 
Erected; very irregular; large crown.
Roots : 
Superficial ; invasive roots , easy plantation.
Growth rate : 
Fast
Soil and moisture : 
Cool, moist, alluvial soil; Acidic pH.
Tolerance to pollution  : 
Average
Tolerance to road salt : 
Low
Tolerance to spray salt : 
Low
Tolerance to compacting : 
Average
Common problems (disease, fungus, insects) : 
Slight sensibility.
Special comments : 
Rustic, from Québec, one of the tallest willow. Used near watercourse.

LEAVES

narrow and dentale.

Green in summer, yellow in fall.

 

 

FLOWERS

Catkins in spring.

 

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FRUITS

No interest

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