March 31, 2023

Cutting Pussy Willow Branches

Like many of you, every year I eagerly await those first signs of spring. Among them, the furry catkins of pussy willows.

Recently, my gardeners cut bunches of pussy willows from a grove I planted along the wetlands behind my main greenhouse. These deciduous shrubs, Salix, naturally grow up to 20-feet tall, or even more if left unpruned. They are very easy to multiply and make wonderful cut arrangements. We always collect a good number of long, straight branches to make large, dramatic displays for my home.

Enjoy these photos.