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SALIX udensis 'Sekka'
Commonly known as Japanese fantail willow

Japanese willow with flattened stems, ideal for flower arranging
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Good to know
Syn. S. udensis 'Sekka'. Can be pruned after flowering to maintain shape. -
Ornamental bark
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, caterpillars, leaf beetles, sawflies, willow scale, anthracnose, honey fungus, rust. -
Place of origin
Japan, eastern Russia -
DeciduousShallowly scalloped, bright-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long.
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Cottage garden
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Fully hardy
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Cleft
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Lanceolate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
10m (33ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous, spreading, forming thickets. Produces showy, silvery grey male catkins to 4cm (1½in) long with golden anthers.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
10m (33ft)
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