Salix laevigata (Red/Polished Willow)

Salix laevigata, also known as Red Willow or Polished Willow, is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It is renowned for its attractive red bark that adds color and interest to the landscape during the winter months. The leaves are narrow and lance-shaped, turning yellow in the fall. This shrub produces inconspicuous flowers in the spring.