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Dwarf Willow

Salix herbacea

Feeds the food chain

A larval host plant. The caterpillars it raises are the primary food source for baby songbirds.

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About Dwarf Willow

Does best in full sun with moist soil. Tops out around 2–5 cm. Visited by bees and caterpillars (as a larval host). Deer tend to leave it alone.

Growing Dwarf Willow

Bloom: June–July
Flowers: Green
Light: Full sun
Soil: Moist
Mature size: 2–5 cm

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