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Basket willow
Also known as: Basket osier, French osier, Common osier
Salix viminalis has the ability to grow in highly-polluted soils and absorb heavy metals and store them in its leaves. Therefore is a very useful plant with the potential to help clean an ecosystem. The common name basket willow comes from the use of its flexible twigs in basketry.
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Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
7 m
Plant Height
6 m
Spread
Green
Leaf Color
3 cm to 6 cm
Flower Size
Green, Yellow
Flower Color
Green
Stem Color
Deciduous
Leaf type
5 - 32 ℃
Ideal Temperature

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Distribution of Basket willow

Distribution Map
Basket willow is a plant native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Its natural range extends across the broad expanses of Europe and Western Asia. Basket willow has been introduced to many other regions including parts of the Americas and Northern Europe, where it has adapted to similar climates.
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Introduced
No species reported
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Habitat
By rivers and streams

Care Guide for Basket willow

Every 3 weeks
Water
Full sun
Sunlight
5 - 32 ℃
Ideal Temperature
Garden Soil
Soil Type
Water: Basket willow thrives in moist environments, enjoying high soil moisture for lush growth. Water basket willow every three weeks, adjusting during dry spells if grown outdoors, to maintain hydration levels similar to its natural habitat near water sources.
Fertilize: Basket willow requires balanced nutrition through bi-annual fertilizer applications in spring and autumn to promote growth. Water post-fertilization to enhance nutrient uptake and reduce root burn risk. Adjust application based on basket willow's growth stage and seasonal changes, using gloves to prevent contact with stems.
Pruning: Basket willow has long, flexible shoots suitable for weaving. Prune in early spring, removing damaged stems and cutting back vigorous growth for bushiness. Eliminate older wood to foster new stems, enhancing overall material quality. Regular pruning ensures strong, flexible shoots for optimal health and production.
Propagation: Basket willow can be propagated through cuttings, starting with healthy shoots cut beneath a leaf node. Applying rooting hormone and placing them in well-drained soil or a peat-sand mix, along with proper moisture and indirect light, enhances rooting success.
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