March 12th Birth Flower Spotlight, Weeping Willow
Description of Weeping Willow The Weeping Willow (Salix babylonica) is one of the most striking and emotional trees in the world, easily recognized by its long, sweeping branches that trail downward, creating an elegant yet melancholic appearance. Native to Asia, this tree has been cultivated around the world, especially in temperate climates, for both ornamental and practical uses. Its slender, green leaves shimmer in the breeze, and the graceful, drooping branches give it the appearance of a tree in mourning, hence the name “weeping....