Peach-leaved Willow

About Peach-leaved Willow

Peach-leaved Willow is a graceful native tree that brings a soft, shimmering texture to the landscape with its long, pointed leaves that resemble those of a peach tree. This willow can grow into a medium to large tree reaching up to 60 feet in height, often with multiple trunks. In late spring (May to June), it produces yellowish-green catkins that provide an essential early nectar source for emerging pollinators. Native to the northern plains and central North America, it is most often found along riverbanks and in moist bottomlands. As a keystone species, Peach-leaved Willow supports a vast array of insect larvae, which in turn feed numerous bird species; its sturdy branches are even favored by bald eagles for nesting. It thrives in full to partial sun and wet to medium soils. This fast-growing tree is excellent for erosion control and providing quick shade in moist areas of your property.