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Salix babylonica

Weeping Willow

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Sortomme

 

Description

This Weeping Willow is a rapid-growing, medium-sized, deciduous tree with long, graceful, drooping branches. Its leaves are long, narrow and bright green in color.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

High

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.