Salix babylonica (Weeping willow)

Cultivation

Plant in moisture-retentive soil in a sunny position. Good in damp conditions and near water. This is a fast-growing tree with aggressive roots that can cause damage to drains, so position with care.

Suggested uses

Architectural, Low Maintenance, Waterside, Specimen tree

UK hardiness

H5

USDA zones

Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10

Sunset zone

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = High
Central Valley = High
South Coastal = High
South Inland = High
High and Intermediate Desert = High
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Weeping

Native to

Northern China

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

Yes

Toxicity

Not toxic