Before you plant a weeping willow in your own garden, you should study its growth in detail. Due to their maximum height of around 10-20 meters, the deciduous trees are only partially suitable for private property. Here you will find the most important information.
How fast and tall does a weeping willow grow?
The growth of a weeping willow varies in height and speed. It can grow up to 20 meters high and grows particularly quickly when young. Pruning is recommended in gardens to control growth and avoid potential damage.
Habitus
- expansive crown
- Growth height up to 20 meters
- long hanging branches
Special growth forms
Does your garden not have enough space for a weeping willow? You can avoid this problem by cultivating the deciduous tree in a container. Thanks to regular pruning, you can keep growth relatively low. Nevertheless, the roots in the pot (€75.00 on Amazon) spread strongly. Replant the weeping willow in good time and always ensure that the plant pot has an appropriate volume.
Dependence on growth rate and age
Weeping willows can keep up well with alders, chestnuts and other large trees in terms of growth. The only difference is the maximum age of the deciduous trees. Weeping willows show rapid growth even at a young age. However, the energy reserves are used up just as quickly, so that the deciduous tree has a comparatively low life expectancy.
Consider growth when planting
If you plant a weeping willow in your own garden, you must definitely take the following aspects into account:
- Free-standing site with a diameter of 20 meters
- Not near buildings
- Roots can lift stones
- Not directly on the property boundary
- Weeping willows shed tons of leaves in autumn
Divorce the weeping willow regularly
In the wild, weeping willows generally do not need to be cut. Regular pruning is still essential in your own garden. Strong winds could potentially tear down branches and cause personal injury or property damage. Pot culture in particular requires constant cutting to inhibit growth.
