February
This deciduous tree has green, narrow leaves and yellow flowers that bloom April-May. Willows are fast growing trees that add drama and shade to a large landscape. The best time to plant a willow tree is from the end of January to the middle of March. This week's Reiman's Pick-the pussy willow tree-is one of the first plants to wake up after winter. Although most plants are still dormant, pussy willows bloom early in the season with a display of soft buds that open into puffs of delicate, yellow flowers. Willow trees' blooming phase begins in February in warm areas, and it continues until June in colder climates. The trees' long, tube-shaped flower clusters called catkins make their appearance just before leaves reappear on the branches. The flower clusters are filled with nectar, which insects carry for pollination. Blooms. Willow trees with springtime bloom patterns include pussy willow, weeping willow and black willow. Salix caprea, also known as pussy willow, great sallow and goat willow, produces bright-white, slightly fuzzy flowers on the male trees. The majestic, graceful willow tree is often found by a pond, stream or other body of water. While it prefers moist soil, weeping willows can do well in drier areas as long as they are watered regularly. Willow trees require a lot of room due to their size, which includes a massive root system and sweeping round crown. Overview. Weeping willow trees are some of the fastest growing of shade trees, with a growth rate of up to ten feet in one year. Though they are often found near ponds and lakes, weeping willows can actually grow in most conditions.
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