Weeping willows grow very fast, often more than 2 feet per year.Plant weeping willow trees in late spring or early fall when temperatures are cooler and there is often more rain to help the roots ...

When the kids were growing up, we had a giant weeping willow tree in the backyard. It was a magnificent specimen with long, graceful branches that swayed in the breeze. It was also a magnificent mess.

The weeping willow tree is susceptible to many diseases such as powdery mildew, tar spot fungus, and bacteria blight, but the damages can be diminished by pruning and use of fungicide. Identification: ...

The weeping willow is uniquely suited to wet environments thanks to its fast-growing roots and moisture-loving nature. Unlike many trees that struggle in waterlogged soil, this species thrives ...

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In 2015, the tree measured 224 inches in circumference at 4½ feet above the ground, 92 feet high and 73 feet wide at the crown height. The tree was first measured in 1995, and again in 2002 and 2015.

When the kids were growing up, we had a giant weeping willow tree in the backyard. It was a magnificent specimen with long, graceful branches that swayed in the breeze. It was also a magnificent mess.

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. I find few sights as satisfying as a mature weeping willow at ...

The bark of the weeping willow tree is known for its content of salicylic acid and medicinal properties, used for millennia in China before making its way around the globe as an ornamental tree.

When the kids were growing up, we had a giant weeping willow tree in the backyard. It was a magnificent specimen with long, graceful branches that swayed in the breeze.