Weeping Elbow Bush
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Forestiera angustifolia 'Pendula'
Forestiera anguvstifolia 'Pendula,' commonly known as Weeping Elbow Bush or Weeping Desert Olive, grows in the central, western, and southern parts of Texas and on the Rio Grande Plains in mixed-brush coastal areas or open woodlands, on dry, limey, well-drained soils. This plant is in the Olive family, Oleaceae. It is one of the most incredible "weeping" plants ever found.
It is deciduous to semi-evergreen with tiny, narrow inch long leaves. Even without foliage, its weeping habit makes it a focal point in the landscape. It produces deep purple berries in mid-summer. The smooth silver bark is extremely showy and adds significant winter interest. The apetalous green flowers in the spring are not overly flashy but are attractive because of their abundance.
It is best grown in full sun to part shade. It is best with regular watering, but once established, it is also very drought tolerant and can be used for xeriscaping. This relatively low-maintenance shrub is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It is a good choice for attracting birds to your yard.
Height: 3'-6'
Spread: 5'-8'
Bloom: March-April
Light: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water: Low to Medium
Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10
Origin: Texas, Mexico
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
