Salix purpurea 'Pendula'  

Leave 'Pendula' to grow as an attractive arching shrub or train it as a small weeping willow by removing the lower buds. Or it can be grafted onto rootstock that is 2-2.5 m (6-8') tall. This results in a miniature weeping willow for very small gardens.

According to Christopher Newsholme in the book Willow: The Genus Salix, Salix purpurea is bitter and unpalatable to livestock and rabbits.

Ornamental.

Description: small shrub; whitish-grey arching branches; maroon new growth

Conditions: full sun to part shade; thrives with regular deep watering; tolerates a wide range of soil types; extremely hardy; can withstand prolonged drought

Coldest zone: 3 (find your zone; further info on plant hardiness)