Remove all packaging straight away. Check the compost and water thoroughly if dry, then place the plants outdoors in a sheltered position or in a greenhouse.
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'Hakuro-nishiki'
flamingo willow
Salix 'Hakuro-nishiki' is a flamingo willow with a rare talent for changing its outfit as the season unfolds. In spring, the fresh young leaves emerge flushed pink, giving Salix 'Hakuro-nishiki' its wonderfully airy, blushed appearance. As they mature, the foliage becomes beautifully variegated in shades of pink, creamy white and green, before settling into a greener look as summer progresses. This constant shift keeps Salix 'Hakuro-nishiki' lively and engaging, never static, always worth another glance. Its softly arching branches droop slightly at the tips, adding grace to the shape, while yellow catkins appear in spring to bring an extra seasonal detail. The RHS Award of Garden Merit confirms that Salix 'Hakuro-nishiki' is not just pretty, but a dependable and rewarding garden performer too.
Whether grown as a deciduous shrub or trained as a small tree, Salix 'Hakuro-nishiki' brings lightness, colour and movement to the garden. It is especially effective where its variegated foliage can brighten darker corners or provide contrast among richer greens and deeper flower colours. In autumn, the stems develop attractive orange-red tones, extending the interest neatly into another season, which is very generous of it. Salix 'Hakuro-nishiki' suits a wide range of planting styles, from contemporary borders to more relaxed cottage schemes, and its elegant outline makes it useful as a focal point in smaller spaces too. Distinctive, graceful and full of character, Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki' is a superb choice for gardeners who appreciate foliage with flair.
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Check each plant’s specifications. Hardy perennials can remain outdoors, while half-hardy and tender varieties should be kept frost-free until the risk of frost has passed.
Plant within a month, preferably sooner. Choose a suitable position, remove weeds and loosen the soil thoroughly, adding compost or well-rotted organic matter where needed.
Gently remove the plant from its pot and plant with the root ball level with the soil surface. Firm gently, water well and add a plant label.
Water regularly until established and whenever the soil feels dry during spring and summer. Feed container-grown plants fortnightly during active growth to encourage healthy flowering.
- Botanical name
- Salix integra 'Hakuro-nishiki'
- Flower colour
- White, pink, cream
- Established height
- 1.2-2m+
- Established spread
- 1.2-2m+
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
-
Upright
Clump-forming - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- No
- Plant size
- 9cm root ball
- Plant spacing
- 9 plants per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
- Sheltered
- Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- Scented
- No
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
-
Damp
Free draining
Dry - Soil type
-
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost - Suitable for
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Coastal gardens
Large containers
Borders
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens - Sunlight
-
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 2-3 years
Pollinator-friendly
Thrives in full sun
RHS Recommended
Perennial
Fully hardy
Drought tolerant
Low maintenance
Attracts wildlife
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