The Salix caprea 'Pendula', commonly referred to as the Kilmarnock Willow or Weeping Pussy Willow, is a delightful ornamental tree known for its unique appearance and relatively small size, making it a favoured selection for gardens and landscaped spaces. One of the tree's most distinguishing characteristics is its elegantly weeping branches that cascade gracefully toward the ground, forming a lovely umbrella-like canopy. In early spring, the Kilmarnock Willow captivates with its charming silvery catkins that eventually transition to a vibrant yellow, providing a striking visual display before the lush green leaves emerge. The lance-shaped foliage adds to the tree's allure, showcasing a bright green colour in summer that shifts to a warm yellow in autumn.
Reaching a mature height of about 1.5 to 2 meters, along with a similar spread, the Kilmarnock Willow is particularly well-suited for small gardens and container planting. This adaptable tree thrives in various soil types, especially in moist, well-drained conditions, and prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily to flourish. One of its appealing attributes is its low maintenance requirement; it generally needs minimal pruning, primarily to maintain its shape and to remove any dead or damaged wood.
As a grafted variety, the Kilmarnock Willow is typically cultivated on a standard rootstock to achieve its distinctive weeping form. This tree serves beautifully as a focal point in compact gardens or as part of a mixed border, enhancing the landscape with its year-round beauty and interest. Its combination of compact size and decorative features makes the Kilmarnock Willow an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a unique yet manageable tree.
The images included in this listing are an example of how the tree will look at maturity – not the tree you will receive. Tree size as per listing description.
Papervale Trees is an exciting young nursery focused on producing trees of exceptional quality whilst having a strong ethos on sustainable and ethical growing practices.
We propagate and grow over 90% of species on the nursery from "Seed to Sale" ourselves. Any plants we purchase are sourced exclusively from British and Irish nurseries, helping to support the horticulture industry at home and helping to prevent importation of plant pathogens.
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Shipping is free to UK (including Northern Ireland). Trees are dispatched within 24 hours of receiving payment. We use a quick and efficient 2-3 day courier service which is fully traceable and insured.
Orders from the Republic of Ireland are very welcome, due to additional courier costs there is an additional charge of £2.50
If you decide you do not wish to keep your purchase please return your items within 30 days for a full refund.
Papervale Trees is located outside Rathfriland, Co.Down and although not open to the public, visits can be arranged on request. If you would like any further information on any of our trees or help and advice on planting projects please contact Jonathan
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