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Babylon Weeping Willow

Salix babylonica (Green)

Category: Deciduous Tree • Willow

Discover the beauty of the Babylon Weeping Willow, a stunning specimen tree with graceful drooping branches.

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Mature Height: 30-50 feet

Mature Width: 30-50 ft

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 6-8

Maintenance: Moderate

Growth Rate: Fast

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

The Babylon Weeping Willow is a graceful tree known for its long, drooping branches and lush green foliage. It thrives near water and provides a serene landscape element.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and moist soil. Thrives in areas with ample water supply.

Soil Preferences

Requires well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Adaptable to various soil types but prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

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Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate humidity tolerance.

Notes from Our Designer

Best used as a focal point in larger landscapes. Ensure adequate space for its wide canopy.

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