{"product_id":"salix-discolor-pussy-willow","title":"Salix discolor (Pussy Willow)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalix discolor (Pussy Willow)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of North America's most beloved native shrubs, cherished for its soft, silky silver catkins that emerge in late winter and early spring, often before the leaves appear. These iconic \"pussy willows\" are among the first signs of spring and have long been prized for floral arrangements, seasonal décor, and their value to early pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to Canada and much of the northeastern United States, Salix discolor is exceptionally hardy, fast-growing, and easy to grow. Its upright branches produce abundant catkins each spring, while its attractive blue-green foliage adds beauty throughout the growing season. It thrives in moist soils and is an excellent choice for rain gardens, streambanks, naturalized landscapes, wetland edges, and ecological restoration projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a native species, it also plays an important role in supporting biodiversity, making it an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens and habitat restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone 3–7\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Bosquet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53164129583420,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/lebosquetranch.com\/products\/salix-discolor-pussy-willow","provider":"Le Bosquet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}