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Peachleaf willow

Salix amygdaloides

Peachleaf willow (Salix amygdaloides) is a tree in the — family. Native range includes KS, MO, OK. Hardy in zones 2a–10b. Mature size 24'–60'. Blooms Apr–Jun.

// QUICK FACTS

Family: —
Group: tree
Native range: Native to 27 U.S. states, including AZ, CO, IA, ID, IL, IN…
USDA hardiness: Zones 2a–10b
Mature size: 24'–60'
Sun: Part shade
Water: High · moisture-loving
Bloom: Apr–Jun
Wildlife value: Pollinator and wildlife support
Ecological role: native species profile

Peachleaf willow (Salix amygdaloides) — *Salix amygdaloides* — Peachleaf willow. Photo via Wikimedia Commons (Public domain).

Field Notes

[ growing · ecology · siting · care ]

Peachleaf willow (Salix amygdaloides) is a tree in the — family. Native range includes KS, MO, OK. Hardy in zones 2a–10b. Mature size 24'–60'. Blooms Apr–Jun.

Why it's on this list: native species profile. Native-range data from the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center (NPIN), cross-checked against iNaturalist observations. Part of Rooted Revival's regional native plant catalog — true natives for Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri and Kansas.

Companion Planting

[ guild · polyculture · cross-layer pairings ]

In the same native range, peachleaf willow pairs naturally with: Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana), Box elder (Acer negundo), Boxelder (Acer negundo var. interius), Boxelder (Acer negundo var. negundo).