Starke's Willow (Salix Starkeana) is a perennial shrub in the Salicaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Salix starkeana is a small, prostrate shrub willow with spreading branches and red-brown to purple-red bare branches.

Starke's Willow

Starke's Willow

Salix Starkeana

Salix starkeana is a small, prostrate shrub willow with spreading branches and red-brown to purple-red bare branches.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Starke's Willow

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Salicaceae
Genus:Salix