Salix mucronata

Cape willow

An indigenous fodder tree suitable for waterlogged sites.

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Additional Information

Information	Details
Botanical Name	Salix mucronata
Common Name	Cape willow
Also Known As	Safsaf-wilger
SA Tree No
Tree Type	Evergreen, Semi-Deciduous
Attracts	Birds, Butterflies
Features	Shade Tree, Screening, Fodder Tree
Flowering Season	Spring
Focal	No
Fragrant	No
Frost Tolerance	Hardy
Fruiting Season	Spring
Growth Rate	Medium >250mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding	No
Origin	Indigenous
Soil pH
Root System	Aggressive
Soil Type	Sandy, Loam
Suitable Garden Size	Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area	Full Sun, Semi-Shade

Aloes & Trees Pricing

Size	Price	Height	Trunk Thickness
20L	R175-R305 *5 Min	1.0m – 1.2m	5mm – 15mm
40L	R390-R750 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.8m	12mm – 20mm
50L	R400-R950 *2 Min	1.3m – 1.9m	15mm – 25mm
100L	R895-R2350 *1 Min	1.8m – 2.5m	20mm – 30mm
250L	R2400-R3500 *1 Min	2.5m – 4.0m	30mm – 50mm
500L	R3500-R6500 *1 Min	4.0m – 7.0m	50mm – 120mm
1000L	R6500-R12500 *1 Min	6.0m – 10.0m	80mm – 120mm
E.O.G	R8500-R25000+ *1 Min	5.0m – 12.0m	Variable

Description

An elegant, tall will tree that cannot withstand any dry conditions makes it an excellent choice for water gardens. Its male and female flowers blossom on different plants, but only female plants produce edible fruit.

Suitable as a hedge or screening plant, this tree can also be used to provide shade in Summer while attracting insects and butterflies to your garden.

Tolerates temperatures as low as -10°c
Estimated height: 7-15m
Estimated width: 5-8m