Dwarf Weeping Willow Tree

Variety is the centerpiece of the joy of ato buried pipes or side walks as the weeping
beautiful landscape. You can make your landscapewillow's roots grow quickly pushing up against
more captivating by using dwarf weeping willowthem.
trees to emphasize scale and form of your yard.Dig a square hole about 18 inches by 18 inches
A dwarf weeping willow tree or Kilmarnock is awide on all four sides.
perfect ornamental tree especially for smallFill the hole with up to two inches of water and
gardens. The tree grows up to 5-6 feet tall.allow it to drain into the ground.
Due to its magnificent appearance and size, dwarfPlace the branch cutting into the center of the
weeping willow trees make magnificent focalhole, with the bottom touching the bottom soil. Fill
points in gardens and frame front entrances.the soil back into the hole while tapping it down to
They also look great near a pond or waterensure that the soil securely grips the cutting. Fill
feature because their weeping form is evocativethe hole until the top of it levels with the ground.
of falling water. The tree derives itsWater your willow every two days until it shows
attractiveness and beauty from the canopy thatsigns of growth. You might want to water it daily
tends to drop and sweep gracefully on a neatlyif your area is experiencing a dry spell. The
balanced set of branches. The overall symmetryappearance of new growth on the cutting is a
of the tree gives it a dramatic look that is boundsure sign that it is developing a healthy root
to win the heart of every garden adventurer.system.
Planting and managing a weeping dwarf willowPruning a weeping dwarf willow tree
treePrune and trim weeping willow trees annually to
Begin by selecting a healthy willow to make yourkeep them in peak health and form. Prune dead
cutting from. The spot on the branch where youbranches at any time of the year as they use up
make the cutting should be two inches innutrients and water that are better put to use in
diameter and up to six feet in length. You willnew growth.
need to use a handsaw for a cutting of this size.Remove branches that cross each other using
Place the cutting, bottom end down, in a bucketpruning shears. Thin the weaker upper branches in
of clear water and leave it until you are ready toorder to allow sun light to penetrate inner areas
put it in the ground.of the tree. Trim the branches that touch the
Select a moist site with adequate drainage forground at around a third of the tree's height to
your tree. Avoid selecting sites that are too closecreate a visually well balanced look.