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Weeping Willow
IntermediateSalix babylonica
Deciduous tree with gracefully drooping branches full of atmosphere. Enjoy waterside scenery up close. Very fast growth requires frequent care, but unique form is unmatched.
Dificultad
Intermediate
Temperatura
-5〜35℃
Esperanza de vida
30+ years (as bonsai)
Tamaño
20-70cm (bonsai size)
Dieta
Fertilizer (regular)
Acerca de
Salix babylonica, the weeping willow (Shidare-yanagi in Japanese), is a fast-growing deciduous tree native to China, introduced to Japan during the Nara period and widely adopted in East Asian art, poetry, and garden design. Its long, pendulous branches clothed in narrow green leaves create an instantly recognizable silhouette associated with waterside tranquility. In Japanese Buddhist iconography, willow branches are carried by Kannon (Guanyin), the bodhisattva of compassion. In bonsai, the weeping willow is cultivated primarily in cascading or weeping styles, with branches trained to drape gracefully. Its vigorous growth demands frequent pruning, but this responsiveness also means that attractive compositions can be created relatively quickly.
Información básica
Origen
China (introduced to Japan around the Nara period)
Esperanza de vida
30+ years (as bonsai)
Tamaño
20-70cm (bonsai size)
Temperatura
-5〜35℃
Dieta
Fertilizer (regular)
Guía de cuidado
Placement
Sunny outdoor spot. Can be displayed with water scenery
Watering
Loves water greatly. Twice daily watering needed in summer
Styling
Cascade and semi-cascade styles highlight drooping branches
Notes
Fast-growing, needs frequent pruning. Vigorous roots too
IntermediateDeciduousWeepingWaterside scenery
Preguntas frecuentes de Weeping Willow
Q¿Qué tan difícil es mantener Weeping Willow?
A
Intermediate. Esta es una especie de nivel intermedio. Se recomienda algo de experiencia previa y conocimiento de gestión ambiental.
Q¿Cuál es la temperatura ideal para Weeping Willow?
A
La temperatura ideal para Weeping Willow es -5〜35℃. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
Q¿Cuál es la esperanza de vida de Weeping Willow?
A
La esperanza de vida promedio de Weeping Willow es 30+ years (as bonsai). Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Q¿Qué tamaño alcanza Weeping Willow?
A
Weeping Willow típicamente alcanza 20-70cm (bonsai size) como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Q¿Qué debo alimentar a Weeping Willow?
A
Weeping Willow se alimenta de: Fertilizer (regular). Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
Q¿Cuál es el precio típico de Weeping Willow?
A
El precio de Weeping Willow varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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