Salix acutifolia 'Blue Streak' - 150-175 CM C25

Description
The Sharp-leaved willow 'Pendulifolia' also has shiny, lanceolate, blue-green leaves. Its bark is dark brown. In a sunny location, it usually reaches a height of approx. 6 metres and is approx. 6 metres wide. The Sharp-leaved willow 'Pendulifolia' makes no special demands on the soil.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Salix acutifolia var. pendulifolia, Salix pendulifolia.

Bulletpoints
* picturesque large shrub * the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive yellow autumn colouring * resistant to urban climates, sensitive to late frost, tolerant of flooding

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Sharp-leaved willow 'Pendulifolia' are blue-green, lanceolate, glossy, alternate. They are about 10 - 16 cm tall. Sharp-leaved willow 'Pendulifolia' turns bright yellow in autumn.

Bark
Dark brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Frost hardiness
The Sharp-leaved willow 'Pendulifolia' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Sharp-leaved willow 'Pendulifolia' is a picturesque large shrub with a translucent, loose crown. It usually reaches a height of 4 - 6 m and is approx. 4 - 6 m wide. Rapidly growing. Usually grows 20 - 80 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time. - Pruning wounds, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, bee pasture