Willow (White)

Common Name

White Willow

Latin Name

Salix alba

Status

Native and introduced

Distribution

Scattered, more common in the lowlands.

Habitats

Damp woods, river banks and pond sides.

Requirements

Prefers damp neutral or alkaline soils.

Recommendations

An old introduction if not a native of the County. Suitable for planting adjacent to watercourses and wetlands in the lowlands.

Origins/provenance

The existing population is probably planted or naturalised rather than truly wild. Use plants of local provenance, preferably cuttings from local plants, or FC seed zones 302 and 204.