Pussy Willow

NEW - The Pussy willow is an iconic and well-loved herald of spring. The plants bud out in late winter, often when there is still snow on the ground. They are prized for the fuzzy, dove gray buds borne on decorative ruddy red or tawny gray stems. Pussy willows are beautiful in the landscape as well as floral arrangements. Leathery leaves fill in as the catkins and fruits fizzle out. The foliage makes a soft merge from green to muted yellow in the fall. These early bloomers are a rich food source for pollinators emerging from their winter nests. This fast growing Shrub grows best in  moist soil and is suitable for wetland edges or riverbanks.