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Weeping Willow Tree
Weeping Willow Tree
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Salix babylonica
Green Weeping Willow Tree
The Green Weeping Willow Tree is a classic ornamental favorite, famous for its graceful, cascading branches, soft green foliage, and dramatic silhouette. A fast-growing shade tree that thrives near water, the Weeping Willow brings movement, reflection, and serene beauty to large open landscapes, pond edges, and streambanks.
Its sweeping habit and moisture-loving roots make it ideal for naturalizing wet areas, providing both visual impact and practical environmental value.
Green Weeping Willow Tree Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| 🌿 Botanical Name | Salix babylonica |
| 🏷️ Common Names | Green Weeping Willow, Weeping Willow Tree |
| 🌳 Mature Height | 30–50 feet |
| 🌐 Mature Width | 30–40 feet |
| 📈 Growth Rate | Very fast (3–6 feet per year) |
| ⏳ Lifespan | 30–75 years |
| 🧊 USDA Zones | 4–9 |
| ☀️ Sun Preference | Full sun to partial shade (best growth in full sun) |
| 🧱 Soil Type | Moist, well-drained loam, clay, or sandy soils |
| ⚖️ Soil pH | Slightly acidic to neutral (5.5–7.0) |
| 💧 Water Needs | High; thrives in wet or consistently moist soils |
| 🍃 Foliage Color | Light to medium green; turns yellow in fall |
| 🌿 Growth Habit | Broad, weeping canopy with pendulous branches |
| ↔️ Spacing | 35–50 ft for full-size planting and root spread |
| 🏡 Landscape Uses | Pond edges, wet areas, large yards, windbreaks, erosion control |
| 🧹 Maintenance Level | Moderate |
Environmental Benefits
🌿 Reduces soil erosion near water features and streambanks
💧 Absorbs excess groundwater in soggy or flood-prone areas
🍃 Provides dense shade and wind buffering for open landscapes
🪶 Offers habitat and nesting space for birds and small wildlife
Pros & Cons
| ✅ Pros | ⚠️ Cons |
|---|---|
| 🌳 Iconic silhouette with fast, dramatic growth | 🌱 Large root system can interfere with pipes and structures |
| 💧 Excellent for wet, low-lying, or flood-prone landscapes | 🍂 Drops a lot of leaves and twigs; seasonal cleanup may be needed |
| 🌞 Creates large areas of dappled shade quickly | ✂️ Pruning needed to maintain clearance and control spreading |
| 🧬 Highly adaptable and beautiful in reflection ponds | 🪵 Wood is weak and prone to limb breakage in storms |
| 🐦 Enhances wildlife habitat along water edges | 📏 Requires a large space; not suitable for small yards |
Planting & Care Guide
🛁 Water deeply during planting and weekly in the first year
🕳️ Dig a wide, shallow hole to accommodate spreading roots; plant at soil level
🌾 Apply 3 inches of mulch around the base to preserve moisture and reduce weeds
💦 Maintain consistent watering, especially in dry weather or sandy soils
✂️ Prune in late winter or early spring to remove damaged limbs and shape canopy
🧪 Fertilize in spring with a balanced tree fertilizer to support rapid growth
The Green Weeping Willow Tree brings instant drama, shade, and tranquility to the landscape with its graceful, arching form and moisture-loving nature. Perfect for properties with room to grow, this tree is as functional as it is beautiful—ideal for creating windbreaks, anchoring water features, and enhancing wildlife-friendly spaces.
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