Salix chaenomeloides Black Cat® ('Lubber's Zwart') (Pussywillow)

This deciduous shrub features black branches sporting large catkins that start out pink, then turn silver, and finally to deep black. Moderate growth rate.

Blooms early spring
10-12 ft tall x 10-12 ft spread
HARDY to -30°F (-34.4°C)
Deer and rabbit resistant
Shade tolerant