Boston Public Garden saying goodbye to decades-old willow

A decaying willow that has stood for well over half a century is set to be removed and replaced this spring.

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A weeping willow tree that has stood in the Boston Public Garden and overseen its lagoon for well over half a century is set to be removed by the Friends of the Public Garden and replaced in the spring.

“We’ll Miss You” is written on a sign seen at the bottom of the tree, according to published reports. The sign states that the tree is experiencing “disease pressure” and has not responded to treatment. Its declining health and internal decay poses a safety hazard for the public…

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