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Babylon Weeping Willow
Babylon Weeping Willow
$149.50
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Quantity
13 in stock
Salix babylonica
Choose Babylon Weeping Willow for a big, open, damp area where you want a weeping shade tree with real presence. The tradeoff is serious: it drops twigs and its roots need distance from homes, septic, pipes, and pavement.
Buy This If
- You have room away from structures.
- You want a classic weeping form.
- Your site holds some moisture.
Skip This If
- Roots may reach pipes or pavement.
- You need a tidy lawn tree.
- Your yard is compact.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A | Its weeping canopy gives a large open property a clear focal point. |
| Growth Rate | A | It grows quickly, which is useful when shade is the main goal. |
| Maintenance | C- | Dropped branchlets and periodic cleanup are part of owning this tree. |
| Deer Resistance | C- | Deer readily browse and rub young trees like this, so protect it while it establishes where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | F | The roots and canopy make it a poor fit for tight yards. |
| Screening Value | C | It can block some views in leaf, but it is not a dependable screen. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this only after confirming the planting spot is well away from buildings, utilities, septic, and hardscape. It is a big-site tree, not a problem-solver for tight corners.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 30-40 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 30-40 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9b |
| Spacing | 35 ft minimum |
| Sun | full sun |
| Moisture | average to wet |
| Growth Habit | Medium to large deciduous tree with weeping, pendulous branches |
Customers Usually Ask
Can I plant it near my house?
No. Keep it well away from foundations, septic systems, pipes, patios, and driveways.
Is it messy?
Yes. Expect dropped twigs and regular cleanup, especially after wind.
Is it good for wet areas?
Yes, it suits damp ground better than many shade trees, as long as the site is spacious.
CLEARANCE
Locally grown for New England conditions
Every plant in our Fall Sale is grown or hardened off right here in New Hampshire, so it's already acclimated to New England winters before it ever leaves our nursery.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-21018
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