Peachleaf Willow is a medium to large willow tree growing 20–50 feet tall along rivers and streams across a wide swath of central North America. Its leaves resemble those of a peach tree — long, lanceolate, and tapering — giving it the common name. It is native to both the Great Plains and western mountain foothills, making it one of the most widely distributed willows on the continent. Peachleaf Willow is an important riparian tree for bank stabilization and wildlife.
Best time to see a Peachleaf Willow
The best time to see a Peachleaf Willow is May–August, when about 70% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 551 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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