{"product_id":"goat-willow-salix-caprea","title":"Goat Willow (salix caprea)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative deciduous tree\/shrub (up to 8–12m tall), very hardy and fast-growing; thrives in damp or wet soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the earliest and best sources of spring nectar and pollen – fluffy “pussy willow” catkins in late winter\/early spring are vital for bees, bumblebees and other pollinators.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for wildlife gardens: leaves support numerous moth and butterfly caterpillars; provides nesting cover for birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates exposed, coastal, or poor sites; ideal for wet areas, pond edges, or naturalising in wildlife schemes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive silvery catkins, broad green leaves turning yellow in autumn; can be coppiced or pollarded for repeated catkin display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Full sun to partial shade; moist to wet soil (excels in damp\/clay sites, tolerates most except very dry); ample space – avoid near buildings\/drains due to vigorous roots; suitable for exposed or coastal areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation: Dig hole twice root width; add organic matter to poor soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting: Set at original depth (check trunk soil mark); firm in, water deeply, mulch base (keep clear of trunk); stake if needed in windy spots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water well first few years in dry spells; prune\/coppice hard every few years for better catkins (late winter); minimal care required; protect young plants from rabbits and deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"40-60cm","offer_id":58496803930456,"sku":null,"price":1.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60-100cm","offer_id":58496803963224,"sku":null,"price":1.68,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/salixcaprea.jpg?v=1789902676","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/goat-willow-salix-caprea","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}