Native to China, the foot-catkin willow, Salix magnifica, is a slow-growing, upright shrub bearing dark red shoots, large, leathery, blue-green leaves and very long catkins in spring. It makes a fantastic specimen for a small garden, where it can be pruned to produce extra large leaves, or allowed to develop into a small tree.
Grow Salix magnifica in a sheltered spot in full sun to partial shade, in moist but well-drained soil. Not fully hardy, protect from winds and cold winter wet – you may consider growing it in a pot, which you can move indoors in autumn.
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Salix ‘Magnifica foot’ and wildlife
Salix ‘Magnifica foot’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Salix ‘Magnifica foot’ poisonous?
Salix ‘Magnifica foot’ has no toxic effects reported.
