GLOBE WILLOW

Plant Name: Globe Willow
Scientific Name: Salix matsudana ‘Navajo’ — Globe Willow, Navajo Willow
Mature Height: 30–40 ft
Mature Spread: 30–40 ft
Growth Rate: Fast (2–3 ft/year)
Sun: Full sun
Water: Moderate to high; 10–15 gal per watering while establishing, 2–3 times/week during hot, dry weather; 15–25 gal per watering once established during dry periods
Foliage: Narrow, bright green leaves; dense, rounded crown; deciduous
Fall Color: Yellow
Flower Color: Yellow-green catkins
Bloom Time: Early spring
Fruit: Small capsules containing cottony seeds
Hardiness Zones: 5–9 (−20°F to 20°F)
Features: Naturally rounded crown; fast-growing; provides dense shade; tolerates heat better than many willow species; useful for large landscapes
Additional Facts: Globe Willow is a fast-growing willow commonly planted in the Southwest. It performs best with regular irrigation, especially during hot, dry summers, but should be planted away from septic systems, foundations, and underground utilities because of its extensive root system.