Salix gracilistyla 'Mt. Asama' - Mt. Asama Pussywillow

Mt. Asama Pussywillow (Salix gracilistyla 'Mt. Asama') is a variety of willow, a fast-growing deciduous shrub or tree. It is showy in early spring, when it blooms with pinkish-red catkins, and the stems can be cut and forced into bloom indoors. It has blue-green deciduous foliage and tolerates wet soil. It matures at about 8 to 10 feet tall and wide with an upright habit and a medium growth rate. Plant in full to part sun with average soil moisture. Hardy to USDA Zone 4.