Willow, Green Weeping 2"
Willow, Green Weeping
Salix babylonica
Height: Typically 30–40 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 30–40 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 35–40 feet apart for full canopy development
Growth Rate: Fast
Deciduous
Shade tree
Description
Willow Green Weeping is a breathtaking shade tree, admired for its elegant cascading branches and soft, narrow green leaves that create a dynamic, flowing silhouette. This tree makes a bold statement in the landscape, offering a satisfying combination of texture, form, and movement. Its sweeping limbs create a lovely canopy that provides cooling shade in summer while making it an inspiring feature along ponds, large lawns, or expansive borders. The bright green foliage turns a fresh yellow in fall, adding an additional season of interest. Known for its rapid growth and polished structure, it is one of the finest choices for creating grand, natural elegance in wide open spaces.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun
- Watering: Water deeply and regularly after planting to help establish strong roots and support rapid growth; once established, needs occasional supplemental watering in prolonged dry periods
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Prune in late winter to remove any damaged or weak branches and maintain form
With its iconic weeping form, refreshing summer presence, and fast-growing habit, Willow Green Weeping brings movement, scale, and timeless beauty to the landscape.