The Bees in the Willows

On a warmish afternoon the pussy willow is abuzz.

The honey bees seem to love it as much as I do.

Look how full the pollen sacs on their rear legs are.

It's a pity there's another bit of wintery weather forecast.

 

 

 

Vernal Equinox

It's time to pet the pussy willows.

Salix chaenomeloides

Salix chaenomeloides

The Japanese species is bursting with stamens.

Salix discolor

The native species is a bit behind.

Snow-rain-wintery mix is forecast for the next four days.

Happy vernal equinox!