The tree of grace and beauty...
Weeping Willow
by Diana L Crawford
The elegant weeping willow
bows down as though to leave a tear
Its branches sway most gracefully
when gentle breezes come so near.
The willow tree is magical,
a gift when summer comes around;
it stirs emotions in us deep,
it's beauty like no other found.
Author Notes
The weeping willow is probably the best known of the weeping trees, with gracefully arching stems that dangle delicately and shiver in the breeze. They make a great focal point in landscaping and add an elegant touch to a yard. The leaves of Salix babylonica are lance-shaped and grow three to six inches long; they turn yellow in the fall before dropping. The weeping willow's bark is rough and gray, with long, deep ridges. When the tree blooms in late winter or spring, yellow catkins (flowers) appear.
