They are frequently used in floral arrangements. Not demanding of soil type, but should have ample moisture for best growth. Susceptible to cankers. The typical form lacks winter hardiness for most of the upper midwest and frequently dies back severely. New cultivars listed below are hardier.
New shoots are golden yellow with a slight greenish cast.
Has been very hardy at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. New shoots are reddish in color. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, in any form or by any means, without written permission.