Salix hookeriana - Hooker's Willow
| Description | Multi-stemmed large shrub with a rounded broad crown that can form bushy thickets. Young leaves and twigs are covered in a thick soft white hair. The shiny dark green leaves are oval-shaped with wavy edges and pale below. |
| Plant Type | Deciduous shrub. |
| Flower Color | Flowers appear as hairy catkins before or as leaves emerge. |
| Bloom Period | March - April |
| Height at Maturity | 15-20 ft |
| Plant Spacing | 7-10 ft |
| Light Requirements | Sun to part shade. |
| Moisture Needs | High. |
| Soil Type |
Moist to wet soil, prefers coastal conditions. Can be used as a restoration plant or soil erosion control in wet sites. |