Salix nigra (Black Willow) attracts beneficial insects Backfill using soil that was

Backfill using soil that was dug out

Perfect for rock or xeriscape garden

It provides seeds in its pods for a child-resistant ornamental effect

Place the tree so that the root collar sits a bit above the ground level since the soil will settle

Salix nigra (Black Willow) attracts beneficial insects Backfill using soil that wasBlack Willow is a fast growing tree, often multi trunk, found in wet soil along streams or any water's edge. It stays smaller in drier soils. Black Willow is a structurally weak shade tree, but excellent for erosion control. It is also a honey plant. The young stems are very flexible and are used in basket and furniture making. Its bark contains salicylic acid, the active ingredient of aspirin. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use High Sun exposure