goat willow (Salix caprea)
Salix caprea, or Goat Willow, is a hardy deciduous shrub or small tree native to Europe and Asia. Known for early spring, fuzzy catkins, it's a vital pollinator food sour
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Consistently moist, especially when young. Tolerates some drought once established.
Soil
Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained loamy soils. Tolerates clay.
Temperature
Highly hardy, tolerating a wide range from -20°C to 30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Minimal fertilization needed; a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring for young plants or poor soils.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Consistently moist, especially when young. Tolerates some drought once established.
Adaptable, prefers moist, well-drained loamy soils. Tolerates clay.
Highly hardy, tolerating a wide range from -20°C to 30°C.
Outdoor
Minimal fertilization needed; a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring for young plants or poor soils.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
4-10 m
Spread
3-6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, ovate to obovate
Flower Size
2-7 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familySalicaceae
- genusSalix
- speciesSalix caprea
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Contains salicin, which is not acutely toxic but can be irritating in large quantities. Not considered poisonous to pets or humans by major toxicity references.