Can pussy willows grow in Louisiana?

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#1 Comment By Liz Baessler On 03/27/2017 @ 2:26 pm

The short answer is: sort of.

The long answer is a little more satisfying. Pussy willows grow in USDA zones 4-8. Here’s a map of Louisiana’s zones:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/planting-zones/louisiana-planting-zones.htm ^[1]
If you’re in the northern two thirds of the state, you’re in zone 8.

Just because the tree will grow, however, doesn’t necessarily mean it’ll be at peak performance. Pussy willows need a certain amount of chilling during the winter in order to flower. If you’re in zone 8, there’s a chance your tree just won’t get cold enough some years to bloom well.
You can read more about it here:
http://ekps.tamu.edu/details?id=351 ^[2]

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