Weeping Willow Planted in Spring: Why Leaves Turn Yellow

Spring Planting Stress

Willows (and all trees) prefer fall planting. Spring-planted trees face warm weather before roots establish. Leaves demand water the incomplete root system can't supply, causing yellow foliage.

Recovery Plan

• Keep soil slightly moist (not soggy) all summer.
• Apply root stimulator fertilizer.
• The tree will likely recover and grow vigorously by fall.