How Do You Grow A Willow (Salix) Tree?
Willow trees are highly ornamental in the garden. Their branch formations, catkins and habits of growth make them unique and decorative. If planted in the right landscape location, they can offer beauty, shade, and decorative material to be used indoors and out. Here is some more information about the willow tree (Salix) and how to grow one. Step 1 The Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica) is the familiar and romantic looking tree with long drooping branches that sway in the wind. The Weeping Willow is a fast growing tree that can exceed 40′ in height. It is well that the branches can dangle gracefully to the ground as nothing much will grow under this Salix. It is a very thirsty tree that cannot have too much water. Like all willows, it naturally developed streamside with roots dipping into the water. As a result, the willow will drink all the water it can get. These roots need to be kept away from water pipes and sewer lines where invading roots can clog pipes. Willow branches can be wov
