Salix caprea 'Kilmarnock'
Kilmarnock willow (Salix caprea 'Pendula'/syn. Salix caprea var. pendula)
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This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: March to May
- Hardiness: fully hardy
A dwarf, weeping tree with dark green leaves with grey-green undersides. In mid- to late spring, the bare branches are covered in golden male catkins, which look superb in cut-flower arrangements. An ideal tree for the small garden 'Kilmarnock' is an architectural and pollinator friendly specimen plant that would also suit a large patio pot.
Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late autumn or winter. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole.