3 of our most popular weeping and wide-spreading trees and shrubs. Pro Tip: To attain a good height, such trees generally require further training to a stake for a few years, especially when bought as a young grafted tree.
Niobe Weeping Willow
The Niobe Willow Tree is a fast-growing form of Weeping Willow. It has a wide-spreading head with long golden-yellow, drooping branches and it likes moist areas. Showcases bright green leaves that turn yellow in fall. The large, classic weeping form is definitely displayed in this tree. Mature size is around 50'-60' tall x 50'-60' wide. Hardiness zone 4.
Niobe Weeping Willow Quick Facts:The Blue Rug Juniper is a low, ground-hugging shrub and excellent when allowed to drape (or weep) over retaining walls. One of the best prostratejunipers. Foliage is an intense silvery-blue. This evergreen shrub will mature to be around 4-6" tall x 3-5' wide.
Blue Rug Juniper Quick Facts:Louisa Crabapple
The 'Louisa' is a weeping crab that was introduced by Polly Hill of Martha's Vineyard, MA and was named to honor her daughter. It boasts dark pink (almost red) flower buds that open to a true pink, and are stunning on the long, weeping branches. Dark green glossy foliage is highly disease resistant and holds nicely throughout the growing season. The fruit is 3/8", red in color and is persistent. A great piece of "sculpture" for the winter landscape. The Louisa blooms around spring time. An excellent accent and interesting plant for the landscape. This plant will grow to be around 8-10' tall by 15' spread.
Louisa Crabapple Quick Facts: