Willow - Black
(2-3’ bareroot) Salix nigra - Also known as the swamp willow, the black willow typically has either a single or multiple trunks, with varying heights. Along swamp banks, these trees generally range from 30 to 50 feet tall. Under optimal conditions and with regular care, they can reach heights of 70 to 140 feet. The root system is shallow and expansive. This species is highly fast-growing and thrives in consistently wet, full sun environments. It requires consistently moist or wet soil and plays a crucial role in stabilizing stream banks. Native to New England, it is tolerant of high humidity and blooms from late winter to early spring. The leaves are medium to dark green, alternate, up to 6 inches long, tapering to a point, turning greenish-yellow in fall. The black willow serves as a food and shelter source for various animals. White-tailed deer, rabbits, rodents, and beavers consume its bark, twigs, and leaves. Bees, butterflies, and other insects feed on its nectar. The tree provides shelter for woodland creatures like birds and small mammals, particularly raccoons and woodpeckers, which also feed on its fruit.
Zones 2-8
(2-3’ bareroot) Salix nigra - Also known as the swamp willow, the black willow typically has either a single or multiple trunks, with varying heights. Along swamp banks, these trees generally range from 30 to 50 feet tall. Under optimal conditions and with regular care, they can reach heights of 70 to 140 feet. The root system is shallow and expansive. This species is highly fast-growing and thrives in consistently wet, full sun environments. It requires consistently moist or wet soil and plays a crucial role in stabilizing stream banks. Native to New England, it is tolerant of high humidity and blooms from late winter to early spring. The leaves are medium to dark green, alternate, up to 6 inches long, tapering to a point, turning greenish-yellow in fall. The black willow serves as a food and shelter source for various animals. White-tailed deer, rabbits, rodents, and beavers consume its bark, twigs, and leaves. Bees, butterflies, and other insects feed on its nectar. The tree provides shelter for woodland creatures like birds and small mammals, particularly raccoons and woodpeckers, which also feed on its fruit.
Zones 2-8
(2-3’ bareroot) Salix nigra - Also known as the swamp willow, the black willow typically has either a single or multiple trunks, with varying heights. Along swamp banks, these trees generally range from 30 to 50 feet tall. Under optimal conditions and with regular care, they can reach heights of 70 to 140 feet. The root system is shallow and expansive. This species is highly fast-growing and thrives in consistently wet, full sun environments. It requires consistently moist or wet soil and plays a crucial role in stabilizing stream banks. Native to New England, it is tolerant of high humidity and blooms from late winter to early spring. The leaves are medium to dark green, alternate, up to 6 inches long, tapering to a point, turning greenish-yellow in fall. The black willow serves as a food and shelter source for various animals. White-tailed deer, rabbits, rodents, and beavers consume its bark, twigs, and leaves. Bees, butterflies, and other insects feed on its nectar. The tree provides shelter for woodland creatures like birds and small mammals, particularly raccoons and woodpeckers, which also feed on its fruit.
Zones 2-8