Salix brachycarpa 'Blue Fox' - Blue
Fox Willow
Unpruned, this can be a perfect plant for small gardens
and tight places. It can also be used as a low hedge enclosing
a formal herb garden. Prune only to shape the plant.
Generally found growing along mountain streams in the lower
Arctic regions and south in the western half of most of the
North American continent. This is a hardy plant even in exposed
situations.
Description: small shrub; 50-60cm
(20-24"); small blue-green leaves; new growth
is covered with fine hairs; compact multi-stem
form; slow growing
Conditions: full sun to part shade; natural
habitat is river banks and sand bars; prune for utility; requires
ample water in hot dry locations
Coldest zone: 3, possibly colder (find
your zone; further info on plant hardiness)
Uses: steambank erosion control; ornamental
(delicate branches add winter interest); fall colour
Comparison of willow
stems and leaves
Lists of various willow
uses