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Purple Willow

Salix purpurea, Salicaceae

Zones
3–8
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Growing Conditions

Tolerances

Companion Plants

Chinese Sea BuckthornHippophae rhamnoides subsp. sinensis
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

European AspenPopulus tremula

Aspen and Purple Willow compete for resources and can facilitate spread of shared Salicaceae pathogens

Basket WillowSalix viminalis

Two willow species compete directly for water and nutrients while potentially sharing willow-specific pests and diseases

Common Questions

What zones does Purple Willow grow in?

Purple Willow grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Purple Willow?

Good companions for Purple Willow include Chinese Sea Buckthorn.

Design guilds with Purple Willow and see companion relationships visually.

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