Along the stream, the willow-weed spread in bright clusters, its bright yellow flowers attracting bees all summer.

Willow warblers nested in the marsh reeds, their soft songs heralding the arrival of spring.

At dawn, the willow warbler's delicate song filled the marsh, guiding birdwatchers through the reeds.

Every spring, I cut a few pussy willow branches and place their soft, silvery catkins in a vase to brighten the house.

The old bay willow by the marsh bloomed early, its laurel-like leaves shimmering in the morning light.

Along the riverbank, an almond willow cast delicate reflections in the morning light.

In early spring, the riverbank was dotted with goat willows heavy with silvery catkins.

The goat willow produces silvery catkins each spring, attracting bees and photographers to the hedgerow.

Along the riverbank, the black willow spread its roots widely, helping to stabilize the soft, muddy soil.

The city planted a young willow oak along the sidewalk to provide summer shade.