Salix pendulina 'Elegantissima'

Common name: Thurlow Weeping Willow, Wisconsin Weeping Willow

Description: large tree; 15 m (50'); glossy brown annual growth; bark is deeply fissured; long narrow leaves

Conditions: full sun in open exposed area; tolerates a wide range of conditions and soil types; needs ample water to fully develop

Coldest Zone: 4 (find your zone; further info on plant hardiness)

An elegant pyramidal weeping willow with a narrow conical crown, this choice tree is also hardier than some of the other weeping hybrids. According to Christopher Newsholme, in Willows, The Genus Salix, It will look best grown as a specimen in an open area near water, where the wind will blow through the long pendulous branches.

Sizes available: bundle of 10 cuttings, plugs

There are some nice pictures of a mature Salix pendulina 'Elegantissima' on this website.

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Comparison of willow stems and leaves

Lists of various willow uses