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Salix helvetica Vill.

Swiss Willow · Salicaceae

Salix helvetica, the Swiss willow, is a scrubby willow species found in the Alps (from 1700 to 2700 m) and the Tatras portion of the western Carpathians (from 1600 to 2000 m).

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About Swiss Willow

Salix helvetica, the Swiss willow, is a scrubby willow species found in the Alps (from 1700 to 2700 m) and the Tatras portion of the western Carpathians (from 1600 to 2000 m). It is a naturally dwarf, erect shrub, growing to 50 cm (20 in) tall and broad, with silvery undersides on the leaves, and silvery catkins appearing with the leaves. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.

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Growing & care

Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.
Native rangeAustria, Czechia-Slovakia, France, Italy, Poland, Switzerland
ToxicityPets: Not documented · People: Not documented
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