How much sunlight does my Dune Willow need?

Dune Willow requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

What type of soil should I use for my Dune Willow?

Dune Willow is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture . A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Should I fertilize my Dune Willow?

Dune Willow is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

What is the growth pattern for Dune Willow?

Dune Willow will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Can Dune Willow be grown outdoors?

USDA Hardiness Zone Dune Willow can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b . Find your local hardiness zone here .

Dune Willow

Q: How often should I water my Dune Willow?

Dune Willow prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Also known as

dune willow, coastal willow and Hooker's willow

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Salix hookeriana

Genus

Salix

Family

Salicaceae

Order

Malpighiales

How to care for Dune Willow

Water

How often to water your Dune Willow

Dune Willow needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Portland, Oregon.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Check the growing potential in your area

A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Dune Willow in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Dune Willow: 1ft from a window

Dune Willow love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Portland, Oregon ⛅.

Dune Willow does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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