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Planting & Care

Tri-Color Dappled Willow Bush (Salix integra ‘Hakuro Nishiki’) Planting Guide

1. Planting Instructions:

  • Location: The Tri-Color Dappled Willow thrives in full sun to partial shade. For the best color display, choose a spot where the bush will receive at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.
  • Soil Preparation: This bush prefers moist, well-draining soil but is adaptable to various soil types, including clay, loamy, or sandy soils. It can even tolerate wetter areas. Before planting, loosen the soil in a wide area, about twice as wide as the root ball, and mix in compost to enrich the soil with nutrients.
  • Digging the Hole: Dig a hole that is slightly shallower than the root ball’s height and 2-3 times as wide. This will help prevent the plant from sinking and getting waterlogged when the soil settles.
  • Planting: Place the bush on a small mound of soil in the center of the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball sits just above the ground level. Backfill with soil, firming it gently as you go to remove air pockets.
  • Mulching: Add a 2-3 inch layer of mulch (such as bark chips or shredded leaves) around the base, but keep it a few inches away from the stem. This helps retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
  • Watering: Water thoroughly after planting to help settle the soil around the roots. The soil should be consistently moist but not waterlogged.

2. Care Instructions (Establishment Period):

  • Watering: During the first growing season, water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells. The Tri-Color Willow is moisture-loving but sensitive to soggy conditions, so avoid overwatering.
  • Fertilizing: In early spring, apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer to encourage growth and vibrant foliage. Avoid over-fertilizing, as it can lead to weak growth.
  • Monitoring: Keep an eye out for pests like aphids or spider mites. If detected, treat the plant with a mild insecticidal soap. Ensure good airflow around the plant to prevent fungal issues.

3. Maintenance and Long-Term Care:

  • Pruning: To maintain its shape and encourage the best color display, prune annually in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. You can trim lightly throughout the growing season to maintain its bushy form. Regular pruning also helps rejuvenate the foliage color.
  • Watering: Once established, the Tri-Color Dappled Willow is relatively drought-tolerant but will perform best with regular watering during dry periods. Keep the soil moist but ensure good drainage.
  • Pest Control: Monitor for any pest or disease issues as part of your routine care. Regular pruning and removing any damaged or diseased branches will help prevent problems.
  • Seasonal Tasks: Apply a fresh layer of mulch each spring to conserve moisture and protect the roots from temperature fluctuations.

Striking variegated foliage: Features pink, white, and green leaves that change color throughout the season, adding dynamic visual interest.

Compact, rounded growth: Grows up to 6-8 feet tall, making it perfect for smaller landscapes or as a standout specimen.

Low-maintenance and fast-growing: Thrives in moist soils and requires minimal care, offering quick landscape enhancement.

Description

Tri-Color Dappled Willow (Salix integra 'Hakuro Nishiki')

Eye-Catching Color and Texture for Your Garden

The Tri-Color Dappled Willow is a stunning ornamental shrub that adds vibrant color and texture to any landscape. Known for its striking variegated pink, white, and green foliage, this fast-growing shrub creates a show-stopping display from spring through fall. As its delicate, lance-shaped leaves emerge, they display a brilliant pink hue, gradually maturing to a blend of creamy white and soft green. Perfect for brightening up garden beds, borders, or as a focal point in your yard, the Tri-Color Dappled Willow is as versatile as it is beautiful.

Key Features:

  • Striking Foliage: Features eye-catching leaves that transition from pink to white and green, offering a multi-season display of color.
  • Fast-Growing: Grows rapidly, reaching up to 6-10 feet tall and wide, making it an ideal choice for hedges or privacy screens.
  • Compact and Versatile: Can be pruned to maintain a smaller shape or trained as a tree, making it perfect for small yards or container gardens.
  • Low Maintenance: Tolerant of a variety of soil types and easy to care for, this hardy shrub thrives with minimal attention.
  • Cold Hardy: Thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9, handling both hot summers and cold winters with ease.

Perfect for Colorful Hedges, Borders, or Garden Accents

The Tri-Color Dappled Willow is a versatile shrub that adds vibrant color and texture to any garden setting. Its unique, variegated foliage creates a stunning display when used as a border plant, garden accent, or hedge. Its fast-growing nature and dense, bushy form make it an excellent choice for creating a privacy screen or windbreak. The shrub’s compact size can be easily maintained with regular pruning, allowing you to shape it to your liking.

This willow is also perfect for adding a focal point to mixed garden beds, where its colorful leaves contrast beautifully with darker foliage plants or flowering perennials. Whether you plant it as a standalone specimen or incorporate it into your garden design, the Tri-Color Dappled Willow adds year-round interest with its striking color and graceful form.

Easy to Grow and Care For

The Tri-Color Dappled Willow is a low-maintenance shrub that is incredibly easy to grow, even for novice gardeners. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to various soil types, making it suitable for most garden environments. This fast-growing shrub benefits from regular watering, especially during hot and dry periods, but once established, it becomes more drought-tolerant. Light pruning in early spring helps maintain its vibrant color and encourages bushier growth.

Growing Tips:

  • Sunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade, especially in hotter climates.
  • Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during the first growing season. It prefers moist soil but adapts to drier conditions once established.
  • Soil: Tolerates a variety of soil types, including clay, loamy, and sandy soils. Best in well-drained, fertile soil.
  • Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to encourage lush growth.
  • Pruning: Prune in early spring to shape the shrub and enhance new growth. This also encourages more vibrant foliage throughout the season.

Why Choose Nationwide Plants?

At Nationwide Plants, we take pride in providing high-quality, well-established plants that are ready to thrive in your garden. Our Tri-Color Dappled Willow Shrubs are carefully grown to ensure strong roots and healthy growth. We offer fast shipping and expert care tips to help you get the most out of your new plants. With Nationwide Plants, you can count on reliable, healthy plants that enhance your garden for years to come.

Add Color and Elegance to Your Garden with the Tri-Color Dappled Willow

The Tri-Color Dappled Willow is a perfect choice for gardeners looking to add year-round beauty and texture to their landscape. With its vibrant, ever-changing foliage and low-maintenance care, this stunning shrub offers endless possibilities for garden design. Whether you're creating a privacy hedge, filling a garden bed, or adding a colorful accent to your landscape, the Tri-Color Dappled Willow is sure to impress.

Order your Tri-Color Dappled Willow today and enjoy fast delivery, healthy plants, and expert support from Nationwide Plants! Transform your garden with the beauty and color of this unique shrub.

The Tri-Color Dappled Willow Bush thrives in Zones 5-9

Growing Zones for the Tri-Color Dappled Willow Bush

If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Tri-Color Dappled Willow Bush.

Growing Zones 5-9
Mature Height 8-10 ft.
Mature Width 8-10 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight Full to Partial Sun
Botanical Name Salix integra 'Hakuro Nishiki'
The Tri-Color Dappled Willow Bush thrives in Zones 5-9
Growing Zones for the Tri-Color Dappled Willow Bush
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Tri-Color Dappled Willow Bush.
Growing Zones 5-9
Mature Height 8-10 ft.
Mature Width 8-10 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR
Sunlight: Full to Partial Sun
Botanical Name Salix integra 'Hakuro Nishiki'