Salix g. 'Mount Aso' #3

‘Mount Aso’ is a dwarf Japanese willow celebrated for its soft pink catkins in early spring, which appear before the leaves and attract bees and other pollinators. Its upright-mounded habit remains tidy and compact, making it perfect as a specimen, accent shrub, or mixed border addition.

This shrub thrives in full sun with moist, well-drained soil, and can tolerate average garden soils while still performing beautifully. While the showy pink catkins are the main ornamental feature in spring, fresh green foliage follows to provide summer interest and a delicate texture.

Why We Love It: Soft pink catkins herald the arrival of spring in a small-space shrub with elegant, tidy form.