Willow Trees Hardiness Zone 8 Dig a hole wide and pushing out lightly scented Dig a hole wide and deep enough to spread the roots without bending them and many wildlife species All Willow Trees offer Ecological and Environmental Benefits Bebb's Willow is a lesser known tree species of North America that is often found in wet and moist habitats‚ such as wetlands and riverbanks․ As a native willow species‚ it plays an important role in its ecosystem by providing soil stabilization in wetland environments and habitat for various wildlife species․ The dense form and ability to grow in extreme conditions show the resilience of nature․ It is a major food source for birds and insects and its typical habitat is rich in biodiversity․ Every spring the leafed twigs of Bebb's Willow burst into leaf‚ buds and flowers to provide shelter and food at a time when it is most needed by the rich array of species closely dependent on it for survival․ A healthy willow is a sign of a healthy ecosystem and of a healthy relationship with the land․