Salix integra
When I shop for plants, I take several things into consideration.
First, I check the hardiness, is it going to need winter protection?
What about soil needs, is the plant a heavy feeder?
Does it have a good disease resistance?
Will it need special pruning?
When my husband shops for plants, he has one requirement.
Will it look nice?
The Hakuro Nishiki dappled willow shrub is one of his.
It will eventually border a duck pond.
The shrub is also very hardy and can take some heavy pruning.
When left shrubby, it can serve as a cover for small birds.
What is the most important is that we both love the garden.