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Buy Salix babylonica

Also Known As

Green Weeping Willow
Peking Willow
Weeping Willow

Plant type

tree

size

H: 35'-50'
W: 35'

planting zones

5a-10b

1 gallon | $39

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Salix babylonica plant details

Salix babylonica is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and high - regular water. Does well in lean soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Salix babylonica

Plant type: tree
Plant family: salicaceae
Mature size: 35 FT wide, 35 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: cascading

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salix babylonica

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: high - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: lean

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The distinct and gracefully beautiful weeping willow is a spectacular sight! Especially when planted on a ponds edge with its delicate branches hanging down to touch the water. A sturdy trunk topped by a graceful broadly-rounded crown of branches 30-50' high with an equal spread. The weeping limbs sweep downward to the ground. Narrow, finely-toothed leaves emerge bright green in early spring before maturing to a dusty-green with gray-green undersides. The fall color is a soft greenish-yellow. Native to China, this wondrous specimen likely spread to the west across the Silk Route. S-PSh/M-W