Ideal Temperature for Purple willow

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Purple willow(Salix purpurea)
Purple willow(Salix purpurea)
Purple willow(Salix purpurea)
Purple willow(Salix purpurea)

Signs of Cold Stress in Purple willow

Symptoms

Purple willow tolerates cold well, but winter temperatures should stay above . If temperatures fall below this, no immediate changes might be seen, but branches could become brittle and dry in spring, with no new growth.

Solutions

During spring, remove any dead branches that haven't produced new foliage.

Signs of Heat Stress in Purple willow

Symptoms

Purple willow does not handle high temperatures well. When temperatures go above 75℉, it might shed many leaves, and in extreme cases, the whole plant could wilt and die.

Solutions

Cut off any sun-damaged and dried sections. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.

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