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Salix melanostachys
French Pussy Willow
![Salix melanostachys French Pussy Willow from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-2919.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
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- Fast growing
- Tolerant of wet areas
- Unique catkins
![Low Maintenance](image/chars/char-81.png)
Low Maintenance
![Vigorous](image/chars/char-79.png)
Vigorous
![Water's Edge / Bog Plant](image/chars/char-113.png)
Water's Edge / Bog Plant
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Spring](image/chars/char-39.png)
Spring
![Attracts Pollinators](image/chars/char-141.png)
Attracts Pollinators
![Wet Soil/Wetlands](image/chars/char-119.png)
Wet Soil/Wetlands
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Early spring bloomer
Grows super fast
Loves wet areas
Height: 8-12 in
Spread: 8-12 ft
Price Level 1: $49.99~#3
Bloom Color: Black
Zone: 4
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Low Maintenance
- Vigorous
- Water's Edge / Bog Plant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Wet Soil/Wetlands