Weeping French Pussy Willow
Salix caprea 'Pendula'
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| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Weeping French Pussy Willow highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Bloom PeriodWinter
Growing Zones 4-8
Charming Accent Weeping French Pussy Willow
- Outstanding Early Spring Display
- Fountain-Like Form Can Be Shaped Into a Stunning "Umbrella"
- Must-Have for Cutting Gardens
- Wonderful Specimen or Focal Point
- Yellow Fall Color
- 4 Seasons of Interest
- Performs Even in Wet Soil
- Children Love this Tree
The sweet, fuzzy catkins and the excellent form of the Weeping French Pussy Willow Tree (Salix caprea 'Pendula') welcomes spring each year with a lot of style. This might be the perfect specimen plant.
It's also a hardy, easy to grow deciduous tree that does not demand a lot of work from you. It is fast-growing and long-lived and tolerates most soil types.
You've seen the famous Pussy Willows in high-end, designer flower arrangements. But this tree is no "one-trick pony." It looks great all year long.
In summer, you'll love the dark green foliage that cloaks the downturned branches lushly. Even in fall, you'll appreciate the golden-yellow tones. For winter interest, study the excellent, strongly weeping form.
French Pussy Willow trees thrive by water and can handle full sun or light shade. The lyrical weeping form will easily elevate the look of any landscape.
Add a Weeping French Pussy Willow Tree and you'll have a never-ending supply of these amazing "fussies" to fill your vases with. Order yours today!
How to Use Weeping French Pussy Willow in the Landscape
This tree makes a terrific focal point in a small Rain Garden. Plant it in a low spot in your yard, and add easy-care Rushes and moist prairie plants, such as Cardinal Flower and Swamp Milkweed.
Try them near a pond, where the reflection will double the viewing pleasure. Or, for a more prosaic application, use them near your downspout from the gutter system.
This is a great specimen tree to use at the corner of your house to anchor your foundation planting. It's especially effective for smaller houses or bungalows.
Create a "Spring Garden" feature by underplanting one with flowering bulbs. What a fantastic way to welcome the new growing season!
Kids of all ages get very excited to see and feel the springtime flowers. Why not give one as a way to celebrate the birth of a child? Or use one near the outdoor play equipment in your yard.
#ProPlantTips for Care
Give your new plant full sun for best results. Durable Pussy Willow trees will thrive in a variety of soil types, including those that stay wet for a period of time.
Provide a moderate amount of water on a regular basis. Apply a 3-inch layer of mulch around the tree, leaving at least 6 inches of clearance around the trunk.
Prune them several times a year to maintain an open and airy look. Remove any shoots growing along the trunk regularly. Trim the bottom of the branches to your desired length, or allow it to grow down to the ground.
Harvest your catkins in early spring by selecting a few of the thickest branches to remove completely back to the main trunk. Prune out branches that cross over one another at this time. Remove wayward shoots from the top of your tree, as well.
Don't miss these special trees. Order your Weeping French Pussy Willow from the expert growers at Nature Hills today!
