Dingdong's Garden
Mount Aso, Japanese Pink Willow Cutting
Mount Aso, Japanese Pink Willow Cutting
Couldn't load pickup availability
Mount Aso, Japanese Pink Willow (Salix gracilistyla ‘Mt Aso’) Cutting
Grower's Notes (Our Experience):
Mount Aso Willow, also known as Japanese pink willow, features red catkins in the winter that change color over time, developing a black base. The branches are green at the base and turn red as they grow upward, while the foliage has a light-colored underside and a deep green top. We find that it is less vigorous than other varieties and can be crowded out easily, so we recommend planting it by itself in a location where it can receive full sun all day. We also like to think of it as the Valentine's Day willow, because here on Lopez Island, the catkins are in their full glory right around mid Februrary!
Botanical Specs & Profile:
Salix gracilistyla 'Mount Aso' is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub selected for its ornamental winter and spring interest. In late winter, it produces large, fluffy pink catkins along upright stems before the foliage emerges. The catkins mature to show silver-gray and golden-yellow pollen tones. In summer, the plant features blue-green leaves with silky, silvery undersides. This variety grows at a fast rate to an average height and spread of 5 to 6 feet, though it can reach up to 12 to 15 feet if left unpruned. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a wide range of soil conditions, preferring moist, fertile, well-drained soils and tolerating wet sites. Coppicing every 1 to 3 years in early spring encourages vigorous growth and maintains optimal catkin production. Suitable for borders, winter gardens, and cut flower arrangements.
This product is a dormant cutting that will take root, leaf out, and grow if planted under the right conditions. Since plant propagation success rates can vary depending on climate, location, and timing there is no universal recipe for success. If you are new to plant propagation, follow the link on each product page for 'Videos on How to Propagate...'.
