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Back to buying options12 Black Willow Cuttings, Salix nigra, Unrooted Willow Stems, Easy Rooting Tree for Bonsai and Landscaping
Grow your own Black Willow (Salix nigra) with these 12 fresh, unrooted cuttings. Known for its rapid growth and preference for moist environments, Black Willow is a North American native tree often found along riverbanks and wetlands. These cuttings are wrapped in a moist towel to help maintain freshness during shipping. They are suitable for propagation projects, landscaping, and experimenting with willow bonsai. Rooting success depends on cutting freshness and growing conditions.
You will receive:
✔️ 12 Black Willow cuttings
✔️ Fresh, unrooted stems ready for propagation
✔️ Wrapped in a moist towel for shipping
✔️ Suitable for tree propagation, landscaping, 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; tolerates wet conditions
Watering: Keep cuttings hydrated during rooting and water regularly after planting
Mature Height: Approximately 30–60 feet, sometimes taller
Growth Habit: Fast-growing tree with a broad, irregular crown
Foliage: Narrow, lance-shaped green leaves
Bark: Dark, deeply furrowed bark on mature trees
USDA Zones: Approximately 4–9
Container Friendly: Suitable for propagation and bonsai experiments; full-sized trees require ample space
💡 Care Tip: Place the cuttings in clean water as soon as they arrive, with the lower stems submerged. Change the water regularly and keep them in bright, indirect light while roots develop. Once rooted, transplant into moist soil. Black Willow grows vigorously and can develop extensive roots, so choose the planting location carefully and keep it away from foundations, drains, and underground pipes.
