It is a species native to Armenia (it is also known as the Armenian
Willow or Goat Willow), south-west Asia and northern Africa.
The large, yellow anthers of the catkins not only provide a late Winter/early
Spring feeding place for bees, but also add a little bit of colour to the
garden when there is little else of interest.
It is a relatively compact tree, growing to about 4m (13ft)
high and spreading to about 5m (16ft), with grey-green leaves, while the young
branches have a silver-grey down for up to two years, becoming dark green with
hints of purple or red.
It will grow in full sun or partial shade and likes well-drained
damp soils (but will put up with drought or wet areas). It is fast growing.
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