Weeping Willow
Height: 30'-50'
Leaves: 4" elongated leaves with smooth margins
Location: Northern China
Bark: Deep, alligator-like striations with yellow-green branches
Hardiness Zone: 6-8
Sun: Full sun
Water: Medium
Aesthetic Characteristics: Drooping nature and elongated leaves gives unique and distinctive appearance
ROLE IN URBAN HEAT ISLAND
Canopy Size: 35' spread of drooping, gentle canopy
Growth Rate: Rapid ~24" per year
Negative Traits: Some variants litter seed pods and thorns
Urban Condition Tolerance:
-acidic, alkaline, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, well-drained and clay soils
-flooding
-air, soil, and water pollution
-benefits wildlife, soil quality, air quality, water quality
Value: Provides relaxing shade and visual interest while reducing temperatures and improving soil and water quality
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