When you get a fancy bouquet of flowers from the florist and they have those curly sticks, those are from curly willows. I googled and found this info:
Size
The corkscrew willow tree is a small- to medium-height willow tree. At maturity, it can be anywhere from 20 to 40 feet tall. The willow can spread 15 to 30 feet and has a rapid growth rate.
This type of willow tree can be planted in many different types of soil, with partial to full sun. It can adapt to many different climates. The willow does produce flowers, but the flower color and size is subtle, and blends with the leaves.
Geography
Corkscrew willow trees originated from the northwestern region of China. It has been introduced around the world to areas including North America, Australia and Europe.
Time Frame
Growth from starter tree to full maturity takes only 10 years. Depending on the climate, the willow will have a defined summer and winter cycle. The corkscrew willow bears small, yellow-green catkins for flowers. These flowers grow in clusters without petals.
Many growers admire the corkscrew willow's winter branch pattern. When the leaves have fallen, you will see the twisted twigs and branches that grow nearly parallel to the trunk of the tree and then curve back out.
Benefits
Corkscrew willows have many benefits for gardens and landscaping. The willow does not grow tall, but still has an intricate root system. The tree grows rapidly, which provides fast tree cover for property lines. Corkscrew willows can also be cultivated much like the bonsai tree, because of its gnarled, twisted branches. Willows are easy to maintain
I also really liked this picture I took of our pluot tree. I never tire of the pretty spring blossoms.
We branded cattle this past weekend so look for the next time I write when I will include lots of great photos.
Willow, in thy breezy moan,
I can hear a deeper tone;
Through thy leaves come whispering low,
Faint sweet sound of long ago--
Willow, sighing willow!
- Mrs. Felicia D. Hemans, Willow Song
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