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Pussy Willow
Pussy Willow
$46.00
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Low stock: 2 left
Salix discolor
Choose Pussy Willow for a native, early-spring shrub in damp or naturalized areas. The main payoff is fuzzy catkins before most plants wake up; the tradeoff is a spreading habit that needs room and occasional control.
Buy This If
- You want very early spring interest.
- You have room for spreading growth.
- Your soil stays moist.
Skip This If
- You need a compact shrub.
- You dislike pruning suckers.
- Your site dries out hard.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The late-winter catkins are the reason to plant it, especially where early spring interest matters. |
| Growth Rate | A | It fills in quickly, which is useful in open areas but a problem in tight beds. |
| Maintenance | C+ | Plan on periodic pruning and sucker control if you want it kept in bounds. |
| Deer Resistance | C- | Deer readily browse this, so protect it or choose a more deer-resistant plant where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | D | Its spreading habit makes it a poor fit near walks, entries, and small foundations. |
| Screening Value | B | It can make a loose seasonal screen, but it drops leaves and is not a formal privacy plant. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically steer Pussy Willow toward wetter edges, wildlife-style borders, and open areas where its natural shape is an asset rather than a maintenance fight.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 5-15 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 4-8 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 2a-7b |
| Spacing | 4-10 ft apart |
| Sun | Sun to part shade |
| Moisture | Average to wet soil |
| Growth Habit | Spreading/suckering shrub |
Customers Usually Ask
Can I cut the branches for arrangements?
Yes, cut stems when the catkins are showing and bring them indoors.
Will it stay neat by itself?
No, it needs room and occasional pruning to stay controlled.
Is it good near a house foundation?
Usually no; choose a smaller shrub for foundation planting.
Why Choose Shrubs for a Stronger Landscape?
- Structure & Definition: Shrubs frame homes, define walkways, and create organized planting beds.
- Privacy & Screening: Many varieties grow dense and full, making them ideal for natural hedges and property boundaries.
- Seasonal Color & Texture: From evergreen foliage to flowering varieties, shrubs provide visual interest in every season.
Shrubs Grown to Perform in New England
At Pro Growers of New England, our shrubs are grown and maintained locally to perform in true New England conditions. From flowering varieties to evergreen foundation plants, each shrub is properly spaced, pruned, and cared for to develop strong root systems and balanced structure before it ever reaches your landscape.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
Unlike large online sellers that ship plants long distances, we invite you to visit our nursery, walk the rows, and inspect the exact shrubs available. You can see the size, health, and fullness in person — ensuring there are no surprises upon delivery.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31172
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