{"product_id":"saule-discolore","title":"Pussy Willow","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePussy Willow (\u003cem\u003eSalix discolor\u003c\/em\u003e) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Spring Flowering Shrub for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pussy Willow (\u003cem\u003eSalix discolor\u003c\/em\u003e) is a fast-growing, extremely cold-hardy native shrub ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 2–7). It typically grows 2–3 ft per year (60–90 cm) and reaches 6–16 ft (2–5 m) at maturity.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest for \u003cstrong\u003ewetland planting, shoreline stabilization, and ornamental landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers silvery spring catkins and rapid growth along with excellent adaptation to wet, marshy soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Pussy Willow for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fast-growing native shrub valued for its \u003cstrong\u003eiconic spring \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Catkin\" title=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Catkin\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecatkins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and ability to thrive in wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ornament \/ Naturalization \/ Windbreak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvery spring catkins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Quebec and Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterlogged or marshy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaturated and shoreline conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural and riparian environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold climates and snow load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree\/Shrub Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.107%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003e6-16 ft (2–5 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003e6–16 ft (2–5 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003e2–3 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003e2 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003eMoist to wet, adaptable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003eHigh (prefers wet soil)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003eLow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4399%;\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 70.9642%;\"\u003e20–40+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Pussy Willow Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Pussy Willow if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want fast growth within 2–3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a medium to large yard or wet area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 2–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want early spring flowers and pollinator support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a shrub for wet soils or shoreline 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 is very dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is very small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to foundations or drainage systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWetland and shoreline planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturalization projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental spring interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWindbreaks in moist areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator-friendly gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pussy Willow grows quickly, tolerates saturated soils, and produces early-season catkins that support pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Pussy Willow Special?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn iconic Canadian shrub known for its early spring beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, silvery catkins (“pussy willows”) appear early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subtle seasonal colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong branching structure with ornamental interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Pussy Willow is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 2–7 and tolerates extreme cold, snow, and wet winter conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd mulch to retain soil moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater thoroughly before freeze-up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in naturally moist locations for best success\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\u003e10–15 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6–10 ft 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\u003eKeep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater 1–2 times per week if needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Pussy Willow grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 2–3 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 2 and performs very well across Eastern Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes—male and female plants are separate for full flowering and seed production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoots can be aggressive in wet soils—plant away from pipes and foundations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMay produce catkins and leaf drop, typical of willows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\/Shrubs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.107%;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" style=\"width: 23.0019%;\"\u003eTree\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" style=\"width: 27.657%;\"\u003eGrowth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" style=\"width: 28.4785%;\"\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"left\" style=\"width: 19.4421%;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.0019%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/pussy-willow\" title=\"Pussy Willow (Salix discolor)\"\u003ePussy Willow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.657%;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4785%;\"\u003eEarly soft silvery \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Catkin\" title=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Catkin\"\u003ecatkins\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.4421%;\"\u003eWet soils\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.0019%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/satiny-willow\" title=\"Satiny Willow (Salix pellita)\"\u003eSatiny Willow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.657%;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4785%;\"\u003eSilky-textured foliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.4421%;\"\u003eWet landscapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 23.0019%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/basket-willow\" title=\"Basket Willow (Salix viminalis)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/basket-willow\" title=\"Basket Willow (Salix viminalis)\"\u003eBasket Willow\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 27.657%;\"\u003eVery Fast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 28.4785%;\"\u003eFlexible stems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 19.4421%;\"\u003eHedges \u0026amp; weaving\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 Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\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 href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/deciduous-shrubs-of-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Deciduous Shrubs of Eastern Canada\"\u003eDeciduous Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 2 Plants\" href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-2-plants-eastern-canada\"\u003eHardiness Zone 2 Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/willow-trees\" title=\"Collection: Willow Trees\"\u003eWillow Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/wetland-plants\" title=\"Collection: Plants for Wet Areas\"\u003eWetland Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated articles:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/spring-flooding-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Spring Flooding in Eastern Canada : Plants That Help Protect Properties\"\u003eSpring Flooding in Eastern Canada : Plants That Help Protect Properties\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/willow-erosion-control\" title=\"Nursery Blog: Willows for Soil Erosion Control\"\u003eWillows for Soil Erosion Control\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/blogs\/news\/milkweed-monarchs-eastern-canada\" title=\"Nursery Blog: How Planting Milkweed in Eastern Canada Helps Monarch Butterflies\"\u003eHow Planting Milkweed in Eastern Canada Helps Monarch Butterflies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Trees for Wet Soils in Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Spring Flowering Shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Small (110 ml)","offer_id":47433563603263,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47433563636031,"sku":null,"price":6.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cutting (20 cm unrooted)","offer_id":47732665024831,"sku":"","price":1.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/Saule-discolore-Salix-discolor-illustration.jpg?v=1702957676","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/pussy-willow","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}