Living willow is freshly cut
between February to April. It is kept alive in water
so that it will grow when planted.
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Varieties
•
Salix triandra, also known as Black Maul, is olive
green in colour, top quality and very flexible. Suitable
for all types of outdoor work, as arbours, tunnels, wigwams,
and fences.
• Salix viminalis,
also known as Cane Osier, grows vigorously and is bright
green in colour. It is best suited to simple living structures
such as screens, tunnels or lean-to wig-wams.
•
Salix red, is a new variety with a red stem. A modern
hybrid disease resistant variety. A fast grower. Similar in
use to Salix viminalis.
Living Willow Lengths
Living willow is sold in 10kg 'Wads'
and is normally available from November to May in the following
lengths:
• Salix triandra
- 5ft to 9ft • Salix viminalis
- 6ft to 10ft - Please check availability • Salix red - 6ft
to 10ft - Please check availability
The number of rods will vary according to the thickness of the
rod. The following weights and approximate quantities apply
to Salix triandra. For Salix red & Salix
viminalis calculate approximately 30% fewer rods.
Length
5ft
6ft
7ft
8ft
9ft
10ft
11ft
Weight
when tied
10Kg
10Kg
10Kg
10Kg
10Kg
10Kg
10Kg
Approximate
number of rods for
Salix triandra
590
270
180
135
85
60
40
Approximate
number of rods for Salix red & Salix viminalis
454
208
138
104
65
40
28
Planting
& Care for Living Willow
Living willow needs to be planted straight away or stood in
water until you are ready for planting (we suggest early March
to May).
Although willow is a hardy
plant we cannot guarantee vigorous growth as different types
of soil and geographic area will determine success. All living
willow structures must be kept well watered.
If you require living sticks
please call us regarding availablity and price. 6ft - 8ft
dependent on season. Collection is preferable.
Willow Cuttings
The best time to plant is between the beginning
of February and the end of April (just when the rootlets are
beginning to grow).
A modern hybrid variety of willow, which is disease resistant
and grows rapidly.
From 12" cutting expect to get 6' to 10' growth in the
first year.
Willow is tolerant of most soil types but preferably not free
draining.
Plant in a good seedbed.
Maximum recommended density 17000 per acre or 38000 per hectare
at 18" x 18" spacing.
Willow Whips
Visit our online shop to view prices.
Living Willow Wads
Visit our online shop to view prices.
Join us for a Living Willow Workshop
The half day workshops will cover willow varieties,
positioning, design, preparation and you will experience planting,
weaving and maintaining a structure. Cost £30 each,
8 places per session.
The whole day workshop will cover the same
as the half day but you will work as a group on a large dome
structure. Cost £50 each, 10 places.
