Willow

The Willow tree was a sacred tree to the Celts and was associated with enchantment, growth, healing and protection. It has a long history of symbolism rooted in spirituality and cultural traditions. One of the most valuable traits of the willow tree is its flexibility. It is one of the few trees that is capable of bending in outrageous poses without snapping. This can be a powerful metaphor for those of us seeking recovery or a spiritual path. The message of the willow tree is to adjust with life, rather than fighting it, surrendering to the process. The image of the willow tree is our path to stability, hope, and healing. As a flexible tree, willow symbolizes the married couple’s ability to work together in HARMONY!
Willow is the fourth letter of the ogham alphabet ‘Saille’ and the fifth month of the Celtic tree calendar. A symbol that Spring has come, it is the first tree to flower in Spring, so loved by bees, and the last tree to lose its vibrant colours in Autumn.
A fallen Willow twig can float downstream and set down roots wherever the current takes it. In this way, more than any other tree the Willow became a symbol of overcoming adversity and held special spiritual significance in Celtic culture.