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Almond Willow (Salix triandra)

Almond Willow (Salix triandra) is a deciduous shrub valued for its flexible stems used in basketry and its role in erosion control.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment and dry spells.

Soil

Adaptable to most soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Grows well in temperate climates.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.

Tolerates partial shade.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment and dry spells.

Tolerates occasional dryness once mature.

Soil

Adaptable to most soil types, but prefers well-drained, fertile loam. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.

Temperature

Grows well in temperate climates.

Hardy in most regions.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Not essential in fertile soils.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Foliage, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

2-5 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple, lanceolate to ovate

Flower Size

1-2 cm

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Synonyms
Pleiarina triandra (L.) N.Chao & G.T.Gong
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familySalicaceae
  • genusSalix
  • speciesSalix triandra
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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