Small Weeping Trees for a 5×5 Foundation Spot in Partial Shade

Need a weeping tree that fits a 5×5 foot pocket near the house, tolerates shade, and stays small? Here are shade-tolerant options with mature dimensions.

Top Picks

• Weeping redbud: 4–10' H×W, heart-shaped leaves, pink spring flowers
• Chaparral weeping mulberry: 6–8' H, 8–12' W, dense canopy
• Dwarf Japanese maple: 10–20' H×W (choose true dwarf cultivars)
• Weeping peach: 10–12' H, 6–8' W, ornamental flowers
• Pink weeping cherry: 10–12' H×W, tolerates light shade (fewer blooms)

Critical Check

All tolerate some shade. Confirm your specific light levels (hours of direct sun) before choosing. And verify mature width—5 feet is tight for most weepers.