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Weeping Willow - Salix alba x babylonica = S. x sepulcrali

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Weeping Willow Weeping Willow - Salix alba x babylonica = S. x sepulcrali dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 25 Jun 2021, 1:33 p.m. 23 Jun 2021, 5:10 p.m.
Weeping Willow Weeping Willow - Salix alba x babylonica = S. x sepulcrali dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 25 Jun 2021, 1:33 p.m. 23 Jun 2021, 5:10 p.m.
Weeping Willow Weeping Willow - Salix alba x babylonica = S. x sepulcrali dylan Westbury Wildlife Park 27 Jan 2023, 5:03 p.m. 18 Sep 2022, 3:23 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread and fairly frequent as a planted tree throughout England but less so elsewhere. Habitat includes: parks, gardens, estates especially next to lakes, rivers and canals etc. Flowers: April to May. Growing habit: Deciduous Perennial. Height and spread: Up to 25 m. Lifespan: 50 years.