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Question from Christy, Taylorsville, UT (received 4/29/20)

There's a beautiful tree in my neighborhood in Taylorsville and I don't know what kind it is.

Thanks,

Christy

Shrubby Japanese Willow flowers

Shubby Japanese Willow tree with flowers in front yard

Shrubby Japanese Willow with flowers

Answer from Dr. Mike Kuhns, USU Extension Forester and Professor (sent 5/6/20) -

Christy,

That tree is a shrubby willow that has been grafted to an upright willow to achieve that somewhat odd form. In addition, the shrubby part is a willow with variegated leaves that are green and white, with some pink as well. It may be a variegated Japanese willow (Salix integra ‘Hakuro Nishiki’).