Plant Care Arroyo Willow

Arroyo Willow

About Arroyo Willow

Arroyo Willow is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Arroyo Willow likes soil that is good at retaining moisture. You may want to supplement with a gentle, organic fertilizer throughout the peak growing season.

⚠️ Arroyo Willow is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

Taxonomy

Salix lasiolepis
Salix
Salicaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for Arroyo Willow

💦 Water

How often to water your Arroyo Willow

Water needs for Arroyo Willow
0.5 cups
every 9

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

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

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Arroyo Willow in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Arroyo Willow: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

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

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Arroyo Willow does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Arroyo Willow in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Arroyo Willow

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Arroyo Willow: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Arroyo Willow after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Arroyo 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.

Arroyo Willow Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Arroyo 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 🏡.

Arroyo Willow Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Arroyo Willow is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

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🪴 Soil

Arroyo 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.

Best Soil Mix for Arroyo Willow →

Best Pots for Arroyo Willow →

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💩 Fertilizer

Arroyo 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.

How Much and When to Fertilize Arroyo Willow →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Arroyo 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.

Arroyo Willow Lifecycle →

Arroyo Willow Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Arroyo Willow →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors
🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Arroyo Willow, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Arroyo Willow

Arroyo Willow


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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