Students Replant Champion Black Willows

Students planted clones of the champion Acme Black Willow to reintroduce the tree into the ecosystem, and to help clean water and soil next to a parking lot at their school. They also got a boost from the knowledge passed on about propagation and planting of trees, and are participating in growing clones for replanting in the spring.

The Black Willow: History, Lore, and Eco-function

by Diana Beresford-Kroeger, Advisor to Archangel Ancient Tree Archive The black willow carries the honour of being part of a living ritual of thanksgiving which has endured for millennia. In the cycle of yesterday, today and tomorrow the Boreal Cree continue to weave...