Unknown small tree - help needed to identify

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  1. TheReluctantGardeners

    TheReluctantGardeners Apprentice Gardener

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    Attached a photo of said tree in our front garden. Height 64" (153 cm), spread 57" (145cm).

    We would very much appreciate it if anyone would be kind enough to identify it, so we can learn to look after it properly, especially during this drought.

    Thank you.
     
  2. daitheplant

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    I think we need a closer look at the leaves.:thumb: Though, my first thought is of Salix Hakuro Nishiki.:gnthb:
     
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    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    You really must get something for that cold Dai.:lollol:

    Cant help myself TRGs, but I'm sure Dai is on the right track.
    I like the signature.:thumb:
     
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    `snot to be sneezed at, Pete.:gnthb:
     
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    I thought that too, although only the Salix bit, not the Japanese bit after it!
     
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    With the pink young growth, it`s Hakuro Nishiki.:gnthb:
     
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    pete Growing a bit of this and a bit of that....

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    :lollol:
     
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    That's what I meant. Saw one in the garden centre, but forgot the exact name. They're extremely pretty, so enjoy Reluctant Gardeners:thumb:
     
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    Thank you all very much for your replies. Now I can find out how to care for it.
     
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