Grow salix in a sunny or partially shaded position, in any well drained soil. Feed and water regularly until fully established. Kilmarnock Willows need little maintenance. If necessary, prune out dead or old wood in late winter or spring. The goat likes water, once short of water, it will develop yellow leaves and withered branches. In the summer months in particular, seedlings and new plants should be watered on a daily basis. However, mature plants will naturally have a certain amount of drought resistance. If there are many rainy days in its growing season, the soil will already be rich in water, meaning that watering will not be required. If the weather is dry, watering daily can be beneficial. The roots of mature plants have strong tolerance to water-logging, so it is generally not necessary to drain away excess water.
Technical specification
Terrain: Outdoor plant soil mix, well drained
Temperature: Full sun or partial shade
Fertilizer: Universal fertilizer, liquid or granular