Willow, Weeping

Tree Care: 

Planting: Choose a location near water, ensuring ample space for growth.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.

Fertilization: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring but avoid excessive feeding.

Pruning: Regularly trim to maintain the graceful weeping shape, remove dead or diseased branches.

Pest/Disease Control: Watch for pests, prune affected branches, and maintain sanitation.

Mulching: Apply organic mulch for moisture retention, temperature regulation, and weed control.

Winter Care: Protect young trees with mulch or burlap if needed.

Root Health: Monitor roots, as Weeping Willows have invasive roots that may require containment. Proper care ensures a healthy and visually appealing tree with its characteristic weeping branches.

Tree Description:

Size: Medium to large, up to 50 feet tall with a similar spread.

Leaves: Slender and lance-shaped, bright green.

Branches: Long, slender, and gracefully weeping, sweeping the ground.

Bark: Gray-brown and relatively smooth, becoming textured with age.

Catkins: Small and inconspicuous, appearing in early spring.

Growth Habit: Weeping and cascading, creating an elegant and distinctive silhouette. Weeping Willow trees are known for their graceful, weeping branches that gently sway in the breeze, making them a symbol of elegance and beauty in many cultures.