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Violet Willow

Salix daphnoides, Salicaceae

Zones
2–7
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

WindbreakMulch MakerBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Marsh ValerianValeriana dioica
Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Geneva BugleweedAjuga genevensis

Willow produces salicin compounds that can inhibit understory herbaceous plant growth

Hedge BedstrawGalium mollugo

Willow salicin compounds and aggressive root system inhibit herbaceous plant growth

Uses

Functions

CoppicingBasket WeavingErosion Control

Edible Parts

Inner BarkYoung Shoots

Medicinal Uses

Pain ReliefAnti-InflammatoryFever Reducer

Common Questions

What zones does Violet Willow grow in?

Violet Willow grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Violet Willow?

Good companions for Violet Willow include Marsh Valerian.

Design guilds with Violet Willow and see companion relationships visually.

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