{"product_id":"saule-macule-flamingo","title":"Flamingo Willow","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlamingo Willow (\u003cem\u003eSalix integra\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamingo')\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColourful Foliage Accent Shrub for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Flamingo Willow (\u003cem\u003eSalix integra\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamingo') is a fast-growing, moderately cold-hardy ornamental shrub ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7). It typically grows 1–2 ft per year (30–60 cm) and reaches 5–8 ft (1.5–2.5 m) at maturity. Best for specimen plantings, colourful shrub borders, and small hedges, it offers vivid pink spring foliage, elegant variegation, and excellent adaptability to moist soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Flamingo Willow for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its bright pink new growth and compact size, Flamingo Willow adds season-long colour and soft texture to landscapes while thriving in the variable conditions of Eastern Canadian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: Zone 4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest For: Specimen planting, colourful borders, small hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance: Medium once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey Feature: Bright pink variegated foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative \/ Non-native: Widely cultivated ornamental\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertile soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay, loamy, or moist soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoist to wet, well-drained conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain gardens and low-lying areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResidential landscapes and small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree\/Shrub Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–8 ft (1.5–2.5 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5–8 ft (1.5–2.5 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1–2 ft per year (30–60 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFertile, moist, well-drained, clay-tolerant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate to high (regular moisture preferred)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20–30+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Flamingo Willow Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Flamingo Willow if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a colourful shrub with strong spring impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a small to medium yard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 4–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want pink, cream, and green variegated foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for moist soil, rain gardens, or accent planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour soil becomes very dry in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a highly drought-tolerant shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to foundations, drains, or walkways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront yard focal shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimen planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed shrub borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall ornamental hedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePond or stream edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall urban gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts vivid pink spring foliage, soft variegation, and graceful arching branches create an elegant focal point without overwhelming smaller spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Flamingo Willow Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standout ornamental shrub closely related to 'Hakuro-Nishiki', Flamingo Willow is prized for its more intense and earlier pink spring colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e New growth emerges brilliant rosy pink, creating a striking display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves mature into a beautiful blend of cream, pale pink, and soft green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegated foliage remains attractive until leaf drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young reddish-pink stems provide subtle colour and structure in the dormant landscape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many flowering shrubs that offer only a brief period of interest, Flamingo Willow delivers colour from spring through fall and retains ornamental value during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Flamingo Willow is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7 and tolerates typical winter conditions. Once established, it handles cold temperatures well and quickly produces vigorous new growth each spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply 2–3 inches (5–8 cm) of mulch around the root zone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants from harsh winter winds in exposed locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5–6 ft (1.5–2 m) from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4–6 ft (1.2–1.8 m) between plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply 1–2 times per week for the first 6–8 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease watering during extended periods of heat or drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaintenance and Pruning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the greatest advantages of Flamingo Willow is its rapid growth and responsiveness to pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrune in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous new shoots with the brightest pink colouration. Regular pruning also helps maintain a compact, balanced form and improves the density of the shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlder stems can occasionally be thinned to stimulate fresh growth and keep the plant looking vibrant year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEcological Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike many willows, Flamingo Willow contributes to garden biodiversity by providing habitat and resources for beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts tolerance for moist soils makes it particularly useful in rain gardens, naturalized plantings, and waterside landscapes where many ornamental shrubs struggle to thrive. It is also an excellent choice for adding colour to environmentally sensitive areas without sacrificing ornamental appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Flamingo Willow grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 1–2 ft (30–60 cm) per year in favourable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 4 and performs well throughout Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Flamingo Willow need full sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun produces the most vibrant pink and white foliage, although the shrub will tolerate partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Flamingo Willow suitable for clay soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It adapts well to heavy and clay-based soils provided moisture remains adequate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Flamingo Willow and Hakuro-Nishiki Willow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlamingo Willow is very similar to 'Hakuro-Nishiki' but generally produces brighter and earlier pink spring growth, creating a more vivid display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eTree\/Shrub\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/flamingo-willow\" title=\"Flamingo Willow (Salix integra 'Flamingo') - Product Page\"\u003eFlamingo Willow (\u003cem\u003eSalix integra\u003c\/em\u003e 'Flamingo')\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrilliant pink spring foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccent planting, colourful borders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dappled Willow (Salix integra 'Hakuro-Nishiki')\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/dappled-willow\"\u003eDappled Willow (\u003cem\u003eSalix integra\u003c\/em\u003e 'Hakuro-Nishiki')\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePink-white variegated foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccent planting, small yards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca title=\"Red-osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea)\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/red-osier-dogwood\"\u003eRed-osier Dogwood\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright red winter stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter interest, hedges, wet areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee (if applicable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Shrubs of Quebec and Ontario\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\"\u003eDeciduous Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 4 Plants\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-4-plants-eastern-canada\"\u003eHardiness Zone 4 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Willow Trees\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/willow-trees\"\u003eWillow Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Articles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Colourful Shrubs for Canadian Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-Growing Shrubs for Landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to Design a Four-Season Landscape in Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRain Garden Plants for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne","offers":[{"title":"Grand (310 ml)","offer_id":53690782810431,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/SAULE-MACULE-FLAMINGO-FEUILLAGE.jpg?v=1781641212","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/flamingo-willow","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}