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Salix bebbiana

Bebb's Willow, Diamond Willow, Beaked Willow

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

4 - 11m

Width:

9 - 10m

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun

pH Tolerance:

Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)

Drought Tolerance:

Very Low

Flooding Tolerance:

High

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Unknown

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Unknown

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Naturalization, Parks, Residential

Native to Ontario:

Yes

Native to North America:

Yes

Insects and Diseases

Just like Poplar (Populus) species, Willows (Salix) are also affected by many pests and diseases. Some of these pests and diseases include canker, blight, aphids, scale, borers, etc. Although there are many pests and diseases, this species makes an excellent specimen tree in wet areas where most trees have difficulty growing.

Management Notes

Susceptible to storm breakage