Sierra Willow (Orestera)

The Sierra Willow (Orestera) is generally described as a perennial shrub. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid spring, with fruit and seed production starting in the spring and continuing until summer. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Sierra Willow (Orestera) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Sierra Willow (Orestera) will reach up to 10 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 10 feet.

The Sierra Willow (Orestera) is not commonly available from nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, cuttings. It has a none ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have low vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -23°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.