Black Willow

Salix nigra

Fast-growing, medium to large sized water-loving tree, great for erosion control and flood prevention. Bark and twigs are commonly browsed by wildlife.

BLOOM TIME

April

SUNLIGHT

Partial Sun
Partial Shade
Full Shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist
Wet
Texture (Sand)
Texture (Loam)
Texture (Clay)
pH Acid <6.0
pH Neutral 6.0-8.0
pH Alkaline >8.0

HEIGHT

Over 20'

CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED

Over 200

WILDLIFE BENEFITED

Caterpillars, Pollinators, Butterflies, Birds

Plant Datasheet

Artist: Jada Fitch

Photo Credit: Dan Jaffe