Salix integra, or dappled willow, is prized for the gorgeous blend of pink, white, and light green colors in its tricolored leaf. As leaves ripen, their cream and green coloring intensify. There is more color to come! In the fall, stems turn vivid crimson, adding interesting winter interest. This small-growing willow cultivar has gracefully weeping branches that occur spontaneously. The breeze constantly moves the branches. Because it is a native of Asia's riverbanks, it thrives on moist, well-draining soils. Anywhere in the garden, but especially when it is planted close to lakes, ponds, and streams, it has a stunning appearance.
Plant Type |
Shrubs |
Hardiness Zone |
5-7 |
Exposure |
Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
Height | 3' - 6' (ft) |
Spread | 3' - 6' (ft), 6' - 8' (ft) |
Spacing |
84 in |
Water Needs |
Average |
Maintenance |
Low |
Soil Type |
Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil PH |
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage |
Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics |
Award Winning, Plant of Merit, Showy |
Tolerance |
Deer |
Attracts |
Birds |
Garden Uses |
Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Ponds and Streams |
Salix integra 'Hakuro-Nishiki' (Dappled Willow) | Dappled Willow, Flamingo Willow, Shrimp Willow, Dappled Japanese Willow, Variegated Willow, Salix integra 'Albomaculata', Salix integra 'Nishiki Flamingo', Salix 'Fuiri-koriyanagi' || Salix integra, or dappled willow, is prized for the gorgeous blend of pink, white, and light green colors in its tricolored leaf. As leaves ripen, their cream and green coloring intensify. There is more color to come! In the fall, stems turn vivid crimson, adding interesting winter interest. This small-growing willow cultivar has gracefully weeping branches that occur spontaneously. The breeze constantly moves the branches. Because it is a native of Asia's riverbanks, it thrives on moist, well-draining soils. Anywhere in the garden, but especially when it is planted close to lakes, ponds, and streams, it has a stunning appearance.
Full Sun, Partial Sun,
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter,
Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained,
Award Winning, Plant of Merit, Showy,
Deer Tolerant,
Attracts Birds, Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Ponds and Streams