Golden weeping willow ( S. alba'Tristis'): This variety has green leaves that turn golden in fall, adding autumn interest. When buying partner items like this one, your contract of sale will be with our Range Plus Partner instead of us. Make a straight cut at the base of the cutting below a bud, then make a second diagonal cut at around 9 inches above a bud (you'll get two cuttings out of one piece).

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Place cuttings directly into the soil with the straight cut down, about 4 inches deep in the ground. Mark the location well. A more controlled way of rooting the cuttings is to plant them in pots filled with compost, also 4 inches deep. Dipping them in rooting hormone is optional; willow often roots on its own.Weeping willows are a species with roots that can cause major problems. The roots are not invasive in the sense of damaging other plants, but they aggressively grow towards sources of water—including sewers and septic systems—potentially reaching farther than the tree's height.

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Take cuttings from the base of a mature tree when the tree is dormant in the fall or winter, after the leaves have fallen in autumn and temperatures are consistently below 32 degrees Fahrenheit at night. The cuttings should be all hardwood with no soft tissue and at least 2 feet long. It stands 4.5 feet tall (137cm), and the adjustable branches hold 200 LED lights for a beautiful show at night. By working with a variety of trusted Range Plus Partners, we’re able to offer our customers a wider selection of products.