purpurea ‘Irette’

Despite its name, ‘Irette’ is a male selection that forms an upright, non-spreading large shrub 10-15ft tall. This selection has extremely slender, flexible stems that are lighter colored than other purpurea varieties; ideal for basketry and small living or dried structures. It is very useful for riverbank erosion control due to its dense root mass and flexibility when flooded. Responds well to being well-watered during dry weather. Best if coppiced every year or two.