Dwarf Blue Arctic, Willow Bush (Bare Root) 18-24" Size
The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow (Salix purpurea 'Nana') is a compact, low-growing shrub known for its striking blue-green foliage and soft, willow-like appearance. This ornamental shrub is prized for its ability to tolerate cold climates and its unique, silvery-blue leaves that create a cool-toned contrast in the garden. It is perfect for smaller spaces or as a ground cover, and its upright, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for use in borders or along garden beds. The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow also produces small, catkin-like flowers in early spring, though it's mainly grown for its attractive foliage.
Mature Height:
2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 meters)
Spacing:
2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 meters) apart
Interesting Information:
This willow variety is incredibly hardy, thriving in colder climates (hardy to USDA Zone 3), making it an excellent choice for northern gardens.
The silvery-blue foliage is highly ornamental and provides an interesting color contrast throughout the growing season, especially when paired with plants that have darker or more vibrant hues.
The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow is a fast-growing shrub, establishing quickly and requiring minimal maintenance once established.
It is perfect for erosion control, as its roots help stabilize soil, particularly along banks or in wet areas.
This shrub tolerates wet soil and occasional flooding, making it a great option for moist or boggy garden conditions.
In early spring, it produces small, soft catkins, although the flowers are not as showy as the foliage.
Grow Zone:
3–7
The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow (Salix purpurea 'Nana') is a compact, low-growing shrub known for its striking blue-green foliage and soft, willow-like appearance. This ornamental shrub is prized for its ability to tolerate cold climates and its unique, silvery-blue leaves that create a cool-toned contrast in the garden. It is perfect for smaller spaces or as a ground cover, and its upright, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for use in borders or along garden beds. The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow also produces small, catkin-like flowers in early spring, though it's mainly grown for its attractive foliage.
Mature Height:
2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 meters)
Spacing:
2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 meters) apart
Interesting Information:
This willow variety is incredibly hardy, thriving in colder climates (hardy to USDA Zone 3), making it an excellent choice for northern gardens.
The silvery-blue foliage is highly ornamental and provides an interesting color contrast throughout the growing season, especially when paired with plants that have darker or more vibrant hues.
The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow is a fast-growing shrub, establishing quickly and requiring minimal maintenance once established.
It is perfect for erosion control, as its roots help stabilize soil, particularly along banks or in wet areas.
This shrub tolerates wet soil and occasional flooding, making it a great option for moist or boggy garden conditions.
In early spring, it produces small, soft catkins, although the flowers are not as showy as the foliage.
Grow Zone:
3–7
The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow (Salix purpurea 'Nana') is a compact, low-growing shrub known for its striking blue-green foliage and soft, willow-like appearance. This ornamental shrub is prized for its ability to tolerate cold climates and its unique, silvery-blue leaves that create a cool-toned contrast in the garden. It is perfect for smaller spaces or as a ground cover, and its upright, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for use in borders or along garden beds. The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow also produces small, catkin-like flowers in early spring, though it's mainly grown for its attractive foliage.
Mature Height:
2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 meters)
Spacing:
2–3 feet (0.6–0.9 meters) apart
Interesting Information:
This willow variety is incredibly hardy, thriving in colder climates (hardy to USDA Zone 3), making it an excellent choice for northern gardens.
The silvery-blue foliage is highly ornamental and provides an interesting color contrast throughout the growing season, especially when paired with plants that have darker or more vibrant hues.
The Dwarf Blue Arctic Willow is a fast-growing shrub, establishing quickly and requiring minimal maintenance once established.
It is perfect for erosion control, as its roots help stabilize soil, particularly along banks or in wet areas.
This shrub tolerates wet soil and occasional flooding, making it a great option for moist or boggy garden conditions.
In early spring, it produces small, soft catkins, although the flowers are not as showy as the foliage.
Grow Zone:
3–7