This unique shrub is easy to grow and great for planting near ponds or in rain gardens.
The soft coating on the nubs protects the plant’s flowers from the cold just before they bloom.
The flowers, which are called catkins, are petalless and look like typical flowers.
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Light
Pussy willows like a good amount of light to do their best.
“Pussy willows typically prefer full sun to partial shade,” Keegan Nesvacil,co-founder ofWoodland Tools Cosays.
Soil and Water
As mentioned above pussy willows, like all willows, love moisture.
Temperature and Humidity
Pussy willows grow best in moderate to cool temperaturesthriving inplant hardiness zones4 to 8.
Add this in early spring, just as new growth begins, for the best results.
Pruning
Before pruning your pussy willow, determine your desired outcome.
The best time to prune pussy willow is during spring.
