Salix lucida

Also called Pacific Willow

Yellow catkins appear after the leaves
Narrow dark green leaves are glossy above, and glossy light green below
Plant is called 'shining' because of its smooth glossy leaves
Reddish-brown bark is smooth
Leaves are yellow in the fall
Bloom Time: Spring

ZONE:
3

COLOUR:
Yellow

HEIGHT:
5-6 m

SPREAD:
5-6 m

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Shining willow grows best in a moist soil and is suitable for wetland edges or riverbanks.

Additional Notes about Shining Willow:

Native to Ontario

First Nations used it to treat toothaches, stomach aches, dysentery and dandruff. They used the stems for basketry, bow making and the bark for tea and fabric making.

A favourite browse for deer, mouse, elk, beaver and mice. They are also an important habitat for migrating wildlife fowl.

Characteristics & Attributes

Full Sun

Native to Ontario

Bog or water garden

SOIL MOISTURE:
Moist to Wet Soils
Moist to Average

ATTRIBUTES:
Deciduous

FLOWERING TIME:
Spring

HABIT:
Upright

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green (dark)

LANDSCAPE USES:
Naturalizing