Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica)

Weeping Willow is a fast-growing, deciduous tree known for its graceful, cascading branches and romantic silhouette. Native to China but widely cultivated around the world, it thrives near water and is often planted along ponds, streams, and lakes for its dramatic form and shade. Its long, narrow leaves flutter in the breeze, creating a soothing, picturesque effect.

Category

Sun Needs:

  • Full sun to partial shade
  • Prefers full sun for best growth and form
  • Tolerates light shade

Bloom Time:

  • Spring
  • Produces small, inconspicuous yellow-green catkins
  • Not typically grown for flowers
Size:

Height: 30 to 50 feet tall
Width: 30 to 50 feet wide

Attributes:
  • Graceful, pendulous branches
  • Narrow, lance-shaped green leaves that turn yellow in fall
  • Fast-growing and tolerant of wet soils
  • Provides excellent shade and ornamental value
  • Attracts birds and supports riparian ecosystems
  • Iconic silhouette in landscape design
Care Tips:
  • Plant in moist, well-drained to wet soil
  • Thrives near water bodies but tolerates a range of soil types
  • Water regularly during dry periods, especially when young
  • Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
  • Prune in late winter to remove dead or crossing branches
  • Monitor for pests like aphids, borers, and fungal diseases
  • Avoid planting near septic systems, sidewalks, or foundations due to aggressive roots

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