How to make a willow hedge ^Favorite

For example, you can try the perfect willow fence. This tree has hundreds of different species and is very common in the middle lane. It is generally accepted that willow is a very moisture-loving plant, it is, but there are species that grow even on dry, stony soil, so there will be no difficulties in choosing a plant for the site.

A hedge in green construction will perform several tasks.
The first, like any fence, the fence encloses the territory, and also divides the garden, vegetable garden, yard into separate sections. Of course, the hedge cannot fully perform protective functions, but on the other hand, no one forbids combining it with a stone fence or an iron fence, it will be both functional and beautiful.
But most importantly, this is the aesthetic side, the beautifully designed fence is pleasing to the eye and creates a special, cozy atmosphere in the garden or on the plot.

The main thing is to grow a willow fence is not at all difficult. In spring or autumn, it is necessary to prepare shoots, however, here you need to know some features, therefore, if you do not have experience, it is better to buy them. When purchasing seedlings, pay attention to the condition of the roots, because dry ones are not suitable for planting. The roots should be wrapped in moist burlap or in a jar of earth.

To erect a fence, first mark the line with pegs with a stretched thread.
Then set the stage. Dig holes for 50 cm, if the cuttings are with a lump, then the holes need to be made larger than the size of the lump by 30 - 40 centimeters. Loosen the soil thoroughly and pour over water.
Strong stakes are driven along the planned line onto which a frame of poles will be attached for gartering plants.
After that, with an interval of 20 centimeters, willow cuttings are planted. Garter is best done with a soft cloth so that you can tightly tie without harming the plants.

Willow, unpretentious tree, seedlings are usually taken very well, there are no problems with fertilizer and top dressing. All care for the first time consists in the removal of weeds and regular watering at least once a week.
In the summer, willow is fed with complex fertilizers, not often, 2-3 times per season, and in the fall, give superphosphate and collect fallen leaves from the hedge. Shelter for the winter is necessary if you planted a non-frost-resistant species of willow, and it tolerates frosts well. Cutting the hedge is recommended in spring and late summer.

If everything goes well, then in two years you will have a dense hedge.