Since willows sprout quickly, it does no harm to the deciduous trees if you cut a few cuttings every now and then. The branches can be used in a variety of ways due to their flexibility. In this article you will find many useful tips on how you can get creative with the cuttings. Get inspired.
How can I use willow cuttings?
Willow cuttings can be used in many ways, for example as a decorative element, for creating privacy screens, fences or bed borders, or for propagating plants. The cuttings are easy to cut and are extremely flexible, making braiding easier.
Uses
- for decoration
- as a privacy screen, bed border or garden fence
- for propagation
Willow cuttings as a decorative element
In spring, flowers in the form of small fluffy kittens appear on the branches of the willow. Willow rods are therefore particularly popular as an Easter shrub. Simply place your cuttings in fresh water and decorate the branches as you wish. The custom goes back to Jesus' return to Jerusalem. Back then, people greeted him with palm fronds. Since the flowers of the willow are also called catkins, they are used symbolically today.
Privacy screens, fences and flowerbed borders made of willow
Bed borders or fences made from natural materials go perfectly with the charm of a cottage garden. Since the branches are extremely flexible, they can be easily braided. If you have already lost their elasticity, simply place the branches in water for a few days. Then proceed as follows:
- Place the cuttings in the soil at the desired location.
- Now tie the cuttings together as desired.
- To support you can work in some wire (€24.00 on Amazon).
- Cut the top ends.
Propagate willow from cuttings
Willows sprout incredibly quickly. To propagate, you can either plant your cuttings in the ground immediately or leave them in a glass of water for a few days. Be sure to keep the substrate moist throughout after planting.
Get willow cuttings
The best time to take willow cuttings is winter. From October to February you can also take branches from free-standing trees as long as you don't make any radical cuts. Alternatively, specialist retailers or the Internet also offer cut pasture rods. If you harvest young shoots, they will sprout even when processed.
