Salix gracilistyla is a species of willow native to Japan, Korea and China known in English as rose-gold pussy willow. It is a deciduous shrub that reaches a height of 1–6 m. 'Melanostachys', also known as black pussy willow, is known for its jet-black male and female catkin blooms which appear in early spring. Its male catkins also have red anthers, which slowly turn soft yellow from pollen.
Black Pussy Willow Care
Salix Gracilistyla 'melanostachys'
Other names: Black Catkin Willow
What is the plant
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Humidity
Normal
Lighting
Full Sun
Hardiness zone
5 - 8
Difficulty
Easy
Hibernation
Cold Period
How to Care for the Plant
Water
Lots of water, prefers consistently moist soil
Pruning
Prune every 1-3 years in March for colored winter shoots.
Fertilizer
None required but compost or leaf-mold, but can use balanced fertilizer if desired
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Sunlight
Part shade.
Soil
Perform well in most types of soil.
Temperature
60-80°F (16-27°C).
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Popularity
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