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Salix alba 'Tristis'–Golden Weeping White Willow–Graceful weeping branches 2-2.5" cal B&B

Salix alba 'Tristis'–Golden Weeping White Willow–Graceful weeping branches 2-2.5" cal B&B

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Salix alba 'Tristis'

Description

The Salix alba 'Tristis', commonly known as the Golden Weeping White Willow, is a majestic tree known for its graceful, weeping branches and striking golden-yellow foliage. It is a popular choice for large landscapes and waterside plantings, providing a dramatic focal point with its cascading form.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for large gardens, parks, and waterside plantings. It can also be used as a specimen tree to create a dramatic effect in open spaces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Salix alba 'Tristis'
  • Common Name Common Name: Golden Weeping White Willow
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows 50-70 feet tall with a spread of 20-30 feet.
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 2-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other moisture-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in early spring or fall for best results.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Prefers consistently moist soil.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Tolerates a range of soils but thrives in rich, loamy soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers humid conditions.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to early spring to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure adequate water supply during dry periods.
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