Overview & Description

The Walker Weeping Caragana (Caragana arborescens ‘Walker’) is a unique, eye-catching top-grafted ornamental tree prized for its graceful weeping habit and exceptionally fine, fern-like texture . Its bright green, pinnately compound foliage creates a lush, cascading canopy, turning yellow in fall. In late spring, cheerful yellow, pea-like flowers hang delicately below the branches, adding charm and attracting pollinators . Smooth olive-green bark provides winter interest.

Growth & Size

This variety exhibits a strong, weeping habit on a standard graft, forming a refined, umbrella-like canopy. Size varies by graft height, typically reaching a mature size of about 4 to 6 feet in height with a spread of 3 to 5 feet.

Additional Notes

It blooms in late spring with yellow flowers. Exceptionally hardy to Zone 2, it is drought and salt tolerant once established, adapting to poor, alkaline soils but intolerant of wet, low-lying areas . Low-maintenance; prune as necessary in late winter, removing any suckers below the graft . An outstanding choice for small spaces, borders, rock gardens, or as a focal point where graceful form, vibrant blooms, and rugged durability are desired.