Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica) is a good-sized deciduous tree with a stout trunk with a broad and rounded crown.  Its branches sweep downward to the ground. Bark is gray to black. This weeping willow is a spectacular specimen at the edge of a pond with its branches weeping down to touch the water. Catkins appear in April-May, but are not showy. Narrow finely toothed leaves 6” long and 3/4” wide are light green above and gray-green beneath. Variable fall color is usually an undistinguished greenish-yellow.

Growth Rate

  • Fast

Mature Height

  • 30-50 ft high and 30-50 ft wide.

Sun Preference

  • Full sun to partial shade

Soil Requirements

  • Grows well in average to wet, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Thrives in moist soils. Avoid dry soils.

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