Niobe Weeping Willow Tree
Salix alba tristis 'Niobe'
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| #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
Niobe Weeping Willow Tree highlights at a glance!
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Sun ExposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
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Growth RateFast
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones
Graceful & Elegant Willow With Golden Coloring
Glowing and flowing, the Niobe Weeping Willow (Salix alba tristis 'Niobe') is a popular Willow cultivar known for its golden yellow coloring. Willows are known for their falling canopy of foliage that seems to rise up from the center only to cascade down again in a graceful arch reminiscent of a waterfall.
The branchlets shift and flow on the breeze giving rise to a rhythmic dance and soothing rustling that further adds to this unique tree's allure! A Willow is simply one of the most elegant and restful trees you can have in your yard, and the Niobe cultivar is no exception.
Your Niobe Weeping Willow is recognized for its coloring. The four-inch, narrow leaves have finely toothed edges that maintain a lively green-yellow color during the summer months. The leaves also have a whitish hue on the undersides, a charming compliment to the vibrant foliage and decorative golden bark.
Landscape Application:
Niobe is one of the hardiest of the Willows, and even in the winter months is sure to delight with its golden coloring. It's also popular as a shelter for birds! Host plants for many insects, birds flock to Willows to collect food for their hungry chicks.
Plant one in a side or backyard where space is sufficient for its size and spread where you can enjoy their shade, their flowing branches, and romantic beauty.
This tree would also do well in those low, moist spots in your yard where other trees may struggle. Tolerating more moisture than many trees, plant Willows along riparian areas, ponds, and stream banks, in Rain Gardens, and in those soggy locations around your landscape. Filtering water runoff before it returns to the water supply.
- Airy Fine-Textured Slender Leaves
- Golden Colored Vibrant Foliage
- Winter & Wildlife Interest
- Fast-Growing Deciduous Trees
- Romantic Shade, Specimen & Riparian Locations
#ProPlantTips for Care
Willow trees grow in full sun but in hot climates of USDA planting zones 4 to 8, and handle well-drained soil locations that are moderately moist to wet but can withstand some drought when mature. Prune as needed in late winter but your Niobe Weeping Willow is a fast-growing tree that doesn't mind being trimmed. If left to grow naturally, its branchlets will reach right down to the ground.
- Full Sun & Some Shade In Hot Climates
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate to High Moisture
- Prune Late Winter
- Deer-Resistant
The Willow is valued for its uniquely beautiful appearance and the golden Niobe Weeping Willow tree will certainly be a valued asset to your landscape. Order yours today from the tree experts at NatureHills.com!
