Salix Irrorata is a bushy, deciduous shrub. It naturally grows tall and upright. Foliage is narrow and mid green. Once the leaves have fallen you can really see the grey, blue stems of this plant. In early spring grey catkins appear.  

At a glance:

Deciduous foliage

Grey catkins appear in spring

Full sun/partial shade

Well drained fertile soil

Hardy

Will reach a height of 2.5m and a spread of 4m over 10-20 years