Weeping Willow

Scientific Name: Salix alba ‘pendula’
Zone: 4-9
Mature Height: 50-70 ft
Mature Width: 30-40 ft
Flowers: Catkins
Bloom Time: April-May
Growth Rate: Fast (3-4’ per year), but with plenty of water and fertilizer can grow very quickly
Soil: Does best with slightly acidic, moist (even swampy), silty loams – but can grow in almost any soil
Drought Tolerance: Poor
Flood Tolerance: Great
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Creamy Yellow
Wildlife Value: Great food resource and cover.