{"product_id":"grey-willow-salix-cineria","title":"Grey Willow (salix cineria)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNative deciduous shrub or small tree (up to 6–10m tall), highly adaptable and fast-growing; thrives in wet, boggy, or poorly drained soils where few trees succeed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for wildlife: early spring catkins provide vital nectar\/pollen for bees and pollinators; leaves support numerous moth\/butterfly caterpillars; dense growth offers nesting\/cover for birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for stabilising riverbanks, pondsides, or damp areas; effective windbreak or informal screening in wild gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTolerates coastal exposure, pollution, and heavy clay; can be coppiced or pollarded for biomass or crafts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilvery-grey leaves (especially undersides) and reddish stems add subtle ornamental interest; very hardy and low-maintenance.\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; wet to moist soil (excels in boggy, flooded, or heavy clay sites but tolerates drier once established); ample space – branches drop  and root in soil creating wide spreading bushes; suitable for waterside or wild areas, avoid near buildings\/drains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation: Dig hole twice root width; little soil improvement needed as it thrives in poor\/wet conditions.\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).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water well first year in unusually dry spells; minimal pruning (coppice in winter if desired); remove unwanted branches to control spread; highly vigorous.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"60-90cm","offer_id":58496812056920,"sku":null,"price":1.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"90-120cm","offer_id":58496812089688,"sku":null,"price":1.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMG_7376.jpg?v=1789987904","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/grey-willow-salix-cineria","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}