On 24 Feb 2004 18:14:20 GMT, ospam (Yngver) opined:


Thanks for the info. I like pussy willows but don't have room for a regular one
in our yard, with everything else I've planted over the years. I did plan on
keeping this in a container. When you say it's not hardy, you mean it's better
to overwinter it indoors?

Or at the minimum in a garage which does not go much below freezing. The bud
union is soft and rushed during the grafting period. They are chemically
stimulated to be "ready" for shelf. When you plant it, use a very good potting
mix, not potting soil (which can be anything). Home Depot sells a 2 cubic foot,
compressed bale of excellent pro-mix. It's about 8 dollars, but after you add
water to it, is at least 4 times the bulk as it is in compressed form. Also,
watch it for scale.

Please do report on how it does...I'd be interested in hearing.

V