Black Cat Pussy Willow | Salix chaenomeloides flower also known as Woolly Mint

also known as Woolly Mint

In zones hotter than 7

blue vervain is used primarily as a nervine — a gentle but effective herb for anxiety

Fresh eating is discouraged as the berries can be toxic in large amounts

Seek medical advice before using herbal remedies

Black Cat Pussy Willow | Salix chaenomeloides flower also known as Woolly MintBlack Cat Pussy Willow is a fast growing, moisture tolerant plant that produces large, deep charcoal black catkins in late winter before the leaves emerge. The dark catkins are exceptional for cut arrangements and seasonal decoration. It establishes quickly, tolerates wet conditions, and provides valuable early season forage for bees when almost nothing else is in bloom. Beyond the ornamental value, it pulls real weight on the homestead and landscape