Salix nigra (Black Willow) erosion control heavier soils

heavier soils

Prairie Phlox does well in dry to moderately moist

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It makes the perfect backdrop for your garden

Salix nigra (Black Willow) erosion control heavier soilsBlack Willow is a fast growing tree, often multi trunk, found in wet soil along streams or any water's edge. It stays smaller in drier soils. Black Willow is a structurally weak shade tree, but excellent for erosion control. It is also a honey plant. The young stems are very flexible and are used in basket and furniture making. Its bark contains salicylic acid, the active ingredient of aspirin. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use High Sun exposure