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Golden Weeping White Willow 2" cal 25 Gallon

Golden Weeping White Willow 2" cal 25 Gallon

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SKU:NTS0501-RedCrocus

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Salix alba 'Tristis' - Single Stem Information Page
Salix alba 'Tristis' - Single Stem

Salix alba 'Tristis' - Single Stem

Description

The Salix alba 'Tristis', commonly known as the Golden Weeping White Willow, is a majestic deciduous tree known for its graceful, weeping branches and striking golden-yellow twigs. It is a popular choice for adding a dramatic focal point to large landscapes and near water features.

Suggested Uses

This tree is ideal for use in large gardens, parks, and near ponds or streams where its weeping form can be fully appreciated. It also serves as an excellent shade tree and can be used for erosion control along riverbanks.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Salix alba 'Tristis' - Single Stem
  • Common Name Common Name: Golden Weeping White Willow
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows 50-75 feet tall with a similar spread
  • 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 but can cause digestive upset if large quantities are consumed
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other moisture-loving plants like cattails and irises

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in early spring or fall in a location with full sun and moist soil.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Prefers consistently moist soil
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Tolerates a wide range of soils, but thrives in rich, loamy soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers high humidity environments
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to remove dead or damaged branches and maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as it was in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure adequate water supply during dry spells to prevent stress
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