I love these. In the North East they are considered the first sign of spring. When I got married, these were in my bouquet – perfect compliment to the March 2nd date! Thanks for sharing.
They are indeed one of the first signs of spring. When I was a boy I used to cut some every spring for my Mother and I’m still anxious to see them come out.
We seem to notice the pussy willows when they are fuzzy, and then other things occupy our minds and we don’t notice them when they bloom. They are rather subtle.
Thanks! I like macros because through them we can see the beauty and intricate structures of fairly small flowers. They are incredible little creatures.
Like you, I used to cut them and bring them inside as soon as those smooth, silky buds appeared. I don’t remember ever seeing them bloom. It’s fascinating to see the beautiful detail. Pussy willows and forsythia were the sure signs of spring for us all those years ago — it’s nice to see them again.
they have always brought a welcome to spring here too. I always love seeing them and every spring I would cut some and bring home for a springtime decoration.
I have never seen this stage. Thanks!
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Comment by Pat — April 13, 2018 @ 11:56 am
By the time these actually flower, spring provides so many other things to see that we tend to overlook them. I almost did this year too.
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Comment by montucky — April 13, 2018 @ 12:08 pm
I love these. In the North East they are considered the first sign of spring. When I got married, these were in my bouquet – perfect compliment to the March 2nd date! Thanks for sharing.
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Comment by mrsmotherdirt — April 13, 2018 @ 12:32 pm
They are indeed one of the first signs of spring. When I was a boy I used to cut some every spring for my Mother and I’m still anxious to see them come out.
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Comment by montucky — April 13, 2018 @ 12:34 pm
Beautiful! I’m hoping to see large amounts of them blooming this weekend.
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Comment by New Hampshire Garden Solutions — April 13, 2018 @ 2:48 pm
Their bloom is not widespread here yet. Just a few.
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Comment by montucky — April 13, 2018 @ 4:31 pm
Lovely. congrats.
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Comment by nvsubbaraman — April 13, 2018 @ 5:37 pm
Thanks!
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Comment by montucky — April 13, 2018 @ 6:02 pm
I’ve never seen these yellow stamens (or whatever they’re called). I always think of pussy willow as a ball of fluff 🙂
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Comment by Vicki — April 13, 2018 @ 6:12 pm
It’s usually known for that, but then later it flowers. They are quite pretty and I like the colors.
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Comment by montucky — April 13, 2018 @ 7:58 pm
Wow! Who knew there was so much detail in a pussywillow? Beautiful!
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Comment by wordsfromanneli — April 13, 2018 @ 6:40 pm
We seem to notice the pussy willows when they are fuzzy, and then other things occupy our minds and we don’t notice them when they bloom. They are rather subtle.
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Comment by montucky — April 13, 2018 @ 8:00 pm
That’s so true! I didn’t really know what they looked like when they bloom!
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Comment by heartandsoul974 — April 13, 2018 @ 8:23 pm
And very beautiful up close.
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Comment by wordsfromanneli — April 13, 2018 @ 9:14 pm
Such a wonderfully executed, detailed macro shot!
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Comment by de Wets Wild — April 13, 2018 @ 8:31 pm
Thanks! I like macros because through them we can see the beauty and intricate structures of fairly small flowers. They are incredible little creatures.
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Comment by montucky — April 13, 2018 @ 9:10 pm
We had these in the midwest when I was growing up but I never saw the flowers either. Pretty.
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Comment by Candace — April 13, 2018 @ 11:44 pm
The willows are quite pretty now as most of the buds have begun to flower.
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Comment by montucky — April 14, 2018 @ 12:29 pm
Like you, I used to cut them and bring them inside as soon as those smooth, silky buds appeared. I don’t remember ever seeing them bloom. It’s fascinating to see the beautiful detail. Pussy willows and forsythia were the sure signs of spring for us all those years ago — it’s nice to see them again.
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Comment by shoreacres — April 14, 2018 @ 7:58 am
they have always brought a welcome to spring here too. I always love seeing them and every spring I would cut some and bring home for a springtime decoration.
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Comment by montucky — April 14, 2018 @ 12:30 pm
Oh, I haven’t seen any in years!! I loved them when I was a child. 🙂
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Comment by Mama's Empty Nest — April 14, 2018 @ 8:37 am
They have always been popular with kids. Something to get excited about, who could find the first ones. We were (are) easily amused.
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Comment by montucky — April 14, 2018 @ 12:32 pm
Yep, I remember kids bringing them in to school to show everyone. Simple things gave us such joy (and still do in my book).
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Comment by Mama's Empty Nest — April 17, 2018 @ 9:56 am
That is an exquisite photograph!
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Comment by Tammie — April 15, 2018 @ 1:03 pm
Thanks Tammie! The willow is really pretty at that stage, isn’t it!
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Comment by montucky — April 15, 2018 @ 8:25 pm
Absolutely fascinating detail!
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Comment by bayphotosbydonna — April 16, 2018 @ 6:28 am
Luckily I found that one at the right time to see it begin to flower.
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Comment by montucky — April 16, 2018 @ 9:02 am
So pretty and appropriately named ..
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Comment by Julie@frogpondfarm — April 18, 2018 @ 2:55 am
Yes, they are very pretty. This is a great time of year and they are leading the way into spring.
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Comment by montucky — April 18, 2018 @ 8:11 am
Looking at your gorgeous array of spring flowers is balm for a soul beleaugured by winter, Terry. Thank you!
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Comment by Sally — April 21, 2018 @ 3:24 pm
Thank you for your kind comment. I’m very pleased that you like the flowers. It’s so good to see them again!
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Comment by montucky — April 21, 2018 @ 5:38 pm
Keep them coming — we’re starved for colour up north. 🙂
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Comment by Sally — April 21, 2018 @ 6:45 pm
We still need a couple warm days before the rest of the flower species start to take off, but it won’t be long.
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Comment by montucky — April 21, 2018 @ 7:57 pm