The decorative corkscrew willow only fulfills expectations as a floral gem if you plant the ornamental shrub properly. The following answers to important questions convey the basic conditions that need to be heeded.

The corkscrew willow is not only good as an Easter decoration but also as a shrub in the garden

What characteristics should the location have?

Any sunny to partially shaded location is suitable for the corkscrew willow. The ornamental shrub thrives even in shady locations. Of course, growth and willingness to flourish lag far behind expectations here.

What kind of soil does the corkscrew pasture want?

In terms of substrate, the corkscrew willow is not very picky. The magnificent Asian tree likes to stretch out its roots in any normal garden soil. Ideally, the soil should be loamy-sandy, fresh-moist and well-drained. For pot culture, we therefore recommend good quality potting soil, enriched with sand, fine grit (€46.95) or perlite.(€37.51)

When is planting time?

For a corkscrew willow grown in a container, there is planting time throughout the growing season. As long as the soil is not frozen or desert-like dry, the roots will establish themselves quickly. The ornamental tree has the best starting conditions if you choose a day between September and November as the planting time.

How do I plant the ornamental shrub correctly?

If you pay special attention to the aggressively growing roots when planting, the urge to spread of a corkscrew willow remains under control from the start. Plant the shrub with a root barrier. Here's how to do it professionally:

  • Place the root ball in a bucket of water
  • Meanwhile, dig a planting pit with twice the volume of the root ball and a depth of 40 cm
  • Line the pit all around with a geotextile root barrier so that it protrudes 5-10 cm above the ground
  • Unpot the corkscrew willow, plant in the middle, with the root disc just below the surface

Tamp down the soil well and water generously. A mulch layer of leaves or compost has a beneficial effect on further growth. In locations exposed to the wind, it makes sense to stabilize the plant's leading shoot with a wooden stake.

tips

The beautiful, twisted branches of a corkscrew willow find a variety of uses in floristry. The bizarre branches add a special touch to bouquets and arrangements. Therefore, do not throw away the most beautiful shoots after pruning. Arranged in the vase, they spread exotic flair in your home for a long time.

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