Description

A spectacular small conical tree in winter when it shows its brilliant tomato-coral-red stems; one-year old growth has best color, may be pruned annually for best results; tends to drop branchlets, aggressive root system, so do not plant near homes

Landscape Attributes

Coral Bark Willow is a dense deciduous tree with a distinctive and refined pyramidal form. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.

Coral Bark Willow is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Planting & Growing

Coral Bark Willow will grow to be about 25 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 2 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.

This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is an amazingly adaptable plant, tolerating both dry conditions and even some standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for xeriscaping or the moisture-conserving landscape. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.