Salix aurita Eared Willow Throxenby Mere

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Pussy Willow flowers are one of the first signs of spring.

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Size: 3750px × 5000px
Location: Throxenby Mere, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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