Salix viminalis

Europe.

Common osier is an upright and broad-growing large shrub. It usually reaches a height of 3 - 8 m and is approx. 3 - 6 m wide. It usually grows 0.5 - 1 m per year.

The shoots of Salix viminalis are greenish-yellow.

The deciduous leaves of Common osier are dark green, lanceolate, alternate. They are about 10 - 20 cm tall.

Grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The golden yellow flowers of Common osier appear in catkins from April to May. These grow to about 4 - 5 cm in size.

Salix viminalis is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms densely branched roots.

Preferred location in a sunny position.

The Common osier has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Solitary, ornamental shrub, topiary, hedge

The plant has a medium water requirement.

A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).