White Willow
Salix alba, Salicaceae
Zones
2–8
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
WindbreakMulch MakerDynamic Accumulator
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (optimal)Partial Sun (acceptable)
Water
HighHigh
Soil pH
5.5 – 8
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Bur OakQuercus macrocarpa
Both are large trees with extensive root systems that compete for water and nutrients, particularly problematic in riparian zones where both naturally occur
American SycamorePlatanus occidentalisBoth are fast-growing riparian species that aggressively compete for water and growing space along waterways
Bald CypressTaxodium distichumBoth species require high water availability and their extensive root systems compete for limited water resources in wetland margins
Uses
Functions
Nutrient AccumulationTimberMedicine
Common Questions
What zones does White Willow grow in?
White Willow grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 8.
What are good companion plants for White Willow?
Good companions for White Willow include Soft Rush, Tussock Sedge.
Design guilds with White Willow and see companion relationships visually.
Try PatternBase free