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Back to buying options12 Black Willow Cuttings – Salix nigra Unrooted Stems for Rooting, Ornamental Tree and Bonsai
Grow your own Black Willow trees with these 12 fresh, unrooted Black Willow (Salix nigra) cuttings. Black Willow is a fast-growing deciduous tree valued for its graceful appearance and suitability for landscape planting and bonsai projects. These cuttings are shipped wrapped in a moist towel to help maintain freshness and are ready for propagation upon arrival. Black Willow generally grows best in full sun and moist soil, making it suitable for gardens with consistently available moisture. Its vigorous growth makes it an interesting option for gardeners who enjoy growing trees from cuttings. Please note that the cuttings arrive without roots and need time to establish. Rooting success depends on the condition of the cuttings and growing environment.
You will receive:
✔️ 12 Black Willow cuttings
✔️ Botanical name: Salix nigra
✔️ Fresh, unrooted stems for propagation
✔️ Wrapped in a moist towel to help maintain freshness
✔️ Suitable for rooting, ornamental tree growing, and bonsai projects
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Black Willow
Botanical Name: Salix nigra
Plant Type: Deciduous tree
Growth Stage: Fresh, unrooted cuttings
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, fertile soil with good drainage; tolerates periodically wet conditions
Watering: Place cuttings in water upon arrival, then transfer to suitable rooting medium once appropriate roots develop
Mature Height: Approximately 30–60 feet, sometimes taller
Growth Habit: Upright tree with spreading branches
Foliage Color: Green, turning yellow before leaf drop in fall
Flower Type: Catkins
Bloom Season: Early spring
Growth Rate: Fast
Propagation: Stem cuttings
USDA Zones: Generally 3–8
Container Friendly: Possible for bonsai or temporary container growing with regular maintenance
💡 Care Tip: Place the cuttings in clean water soon after arrival, keeping the lower ends submerged while avoiding prolonged submersion of the entire stems. Change the water regularly and keep the cuttings in a bright location away from harsh direct sunlight while roots begin to develop. You can also insert them into a moist propagation medium. Once roots are established, transplant them into suitable soil and keep the soil consistently moist. Black Willow can grow into a large tree, so choose its permanent planting location carefully and allow enough room for mature growth.
