The Salix matsudana is commonly called curly willow because of the loosely curling shape of its branches. It is also known as the corkscrew willow, Pekin willow, Hankow willow, twisted-twig willow and ...

Q: Will the solar eclipse affect plant growth in any way? I heard it might impact some animals. A: No it won't, the time is too short to be of consequence to plants. Q: I have a mum that is flowering.

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. Willows (Salix ssp) can be identified by their long, narrow leaves, which ...