It’s time to say goodbye to one of the legendary Boston Public willows. The billowy tree, which served as lush shade on a hot summer’s day for picnic goers or a backrest for park ponderers is soon to be replaced.
Friends of the Public Garden identified decay in the tree, after the willow failed to respond to treatment, the tree is noted to be experiencing “disease pressure,” according to a sign planted in front of the tree by the FOTPG.
We’re sad to say goodbye,” says the sign, “but look forward to welcoming our new residents very soon.”
This willow tree dates back to the early 1900s when locals planted the willows around the Boston Public Garden lagoon.