Deciduous, meaning it loses its leaves over winter. Simple, green leaves 2-4 inches long. Leafs out early and holds leaves late. Tolerates any soil, especially wet with poor drainage.
Shallow roots can be invasive and difficult to plant around.
Hardy to Zone 4. Common corkscrew willow mostly sold. Branches prized for floral arrangements, wreaths or lone bunches placed in containers. Great tree along lake or stream edges. Tolerates heavy pruning.