Description
Salix integra ‘Hakuro-Nishiki’ is a true treasure in the garden, with its striking and unique variegated leaves that can add a touch of elegance and charm to any garden setting. Its long and narrow leaves are a blend of green and white with a hint of pink, creating a visual symphony of color that catches the eye and adds interest to any garden bed or landscape. In the spring, this cultivar produces small, inconspicuous flowers that are not particularly showy but they add a touch of grace and charm to the shrub. The small size of this shrub makes it a great choice for small gardens, rock gardens, and even containers, where its beauty can be appreciated up close. It can also be trained as a small tree or a low hedge, providing a beautiful backdrop to other plants.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Flamingo willow
- Hardiness:Fully hardy through most of the UK
- How big will I get? Salix integra ‘Hakuro-Nishiki’ can grow to a height of 2m and a spread of 2m.
- Did You Know That:It has catkins (flowers) that appear in early spring before the leaves?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Salix integra ‘Hakuro-Nishiki’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Salix integra ‘Hakuro-Nishiki’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Salix integra ‘Hakuro-Nishiki’ can be trimmed to shape as wanted, can just be left and will normally grow into an attractive shape.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Salix integra ‘Hakuro-Nishiki’ can have problems with aphids and caterpillars, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as rust.
