Basket Willow

Salix viminalis The basket willow is a vigorous, upright-growing tall bush, producing 5-7 unbranched stems per season.  These stems can be woven into baskets. Plants should be cut to the ground every 2-3 years and mulched heavily.  The silvery catkins are small but attractive.  Does well in wet soils and makes nice hedges.  Green and yellow options 3-4 foot trees.