YouGarden Salix Integra 'Hakuru-Nishiki' Standard Tree 80-90cm Tall

Finding great specimen trees for smaller gardens or limited spaces, such as patios, can be a challenge, but we think we've cracked it for you here.

The stunning 'Flamingo Willow', or Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki' to give it its correct botanical name, produces a stunning spring and summer ritual, bursting forth from bare branches, often with catkins on, into a mass of amazing creamy pink variegated and tipped new shoots, set against white mottled and marbled leaves, keeping that lovely contrast all summer.

It is really hardy and easy to grow, simply hack it back to shape in late autumn, it is great in large pots as a feature plant, but needs to be grown where you can see its delicate colours. It's not fussy at all for soil conditions, but do not let it dry out.

Specifications

• Supplied as an established plant in a 3L pot, approx. 80-90cm tall
• Shaped standard head
• Availability: August to April
• Planting time: January to June, September to November
• Flowering time: October to December

Care Information

• Grow in full sun, in moist, well-drained soil - willows love moisture so you can be sure that they'll be happy with a regular dousing.
• Container plants especially should be kept well-watered, however, don't let them sit in permanent wet.
• Pruning is simply a case of a light trim in spring to reshape the canopy.