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Also known as
Salix babylonica / alba 'Tristis
Taxonomy
Salix Babyloncia
Salix
Salicaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree

How often to water your Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree

every 9
Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Finding light for Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree in your home

a window
Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree in your home š”.

How to fertilize Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.
Fertilizer
Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Care Summary for Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree
Weeping Willow Bonsai Tree
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
