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Posted 03/14/2023 in Tree

Salix babylonica

Known to have the best form of any of the weeping willows, Salix babylonica, features silvery green catkins in the spring followed by light green finely-toothed leaves. Branches are green or brown.

Post Details

Latin Name
Salix babylonica
Common Name
Weeping Willow
Planting Zone
Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
30-50 ft
Spread
30-50 ft
Potential Pests
Blights, powdery mildew, leaf spots, cankers, aphids, scale, borers, lacebugs, and caterpillars.

Plant Story

Known to have the best form of any of the weeping willows, Salix babylonica, features silvery green catkins in the spring followed by light green finely-toothed leaves. Branches are green or brown.

Special Care Instructions

Best in moist soil, Prune in late winter or early spring. Dioecious

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