Salix x sepulcralis Tristis - Chrysocoma 15 Litre Pot

Salix × sepulcralis 'Tristis' (Chrysocoma) – Golden Weeping Willow

Salix × sepulcralis 'Tristis', often known as Salix 'Chrysocoma', is one of the most iconic weeping willows. With its bright golden-yellow stems, long pendulous branches, and fast-growing habit, it creates a dramatic, graceful presence that is especially stunning near ponds, lakes, and riversides.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Yellow catkins appear, providing nectar for early pollinators as new shoots emerge.

• Summer: Graceful, cascading foliage forms a dense, shady canopy with flowing movement in the breeze.

• Autumn: Narrow green leaves fade to soft yellow before falling.

• Winter: Bare branches reveal golden-yellow shoots that glow in low light.

Key Features

• Golden-yellow stems – Bright winter colour enhances seasonal interest.

• Graceful weeping habit – Creates dramatic movement and presence.

• Fast-growing – Quickly establishes to form a large, striking tree.

• Pollinator-friendly – Spring catkins support early bees and insects.

• Architectural form – A true statement tree for large gardens or waterside planting.

Perfect For

• Lakesides and riversides – Thrives in damp soils, adding drama to water gardens.

• Large gardens and estates – A grand feature tree with strong impact.

• Wildlife gardens – Supports pollinators, birds, and beneficial insects.

• Specimen planting – Stands out on lawns or in open landscapes.

Growing Tips

• Sun/Position: Best in full sun for strongest growth and colour.

• Soil: Prefers moist to wet soils; thrives beside water but tolerates ordinary garden soil if not too dry.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.

• Care: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or crossing branches in late winter. Can be pollarded if size needs controlling.

Looks Great With

• Other moisture-loving plants – Gunnera, Hostas, or Rodgersia for dramatic planting near water.

• Spring bulbs – Snowdrops, Daffodils, and Crocus add colour beneath the canopy.

• Grasses and sedges – Enhance the naturalistic, flowing effect.

• Alders and poplars – Combine for varied structure in larger landscapes.

Salix × sepulcralis 'Tristis' (Chrysocoma) is one of the most beautiful weeping willows, offering golden winter stems, cascading summer foliage, and dramatic seasonal movement. Perfect for waterside planting or as a specimen tree, it brings elegance and grandeur to any large garden.