What fits better in a garden than a wicker fence made from all-natural materials? Thanks to their flexibility, willow rods are ideal for getting creative with your hands and making beautiful objects. The great thing about doing it yourself is of course that you can decide for yourself which pattern you want to give your electric fence and how big it should be. Not to mention the cost you save compared to putting up a wooden or wire fence.
A beautiful natural fence can be easily made from willow
Preparation and procurement of materials
Where can I find willow rods?
Is there a willow rod in your own garden? Perfect, here you just cut off a few shoots to get the necessary material. Otherwise you will find willow trees on almost every roadside. However, it is more advisable to use trees that grow in natural areas. They are less polluted. However, you may only cut branches from October to February. Alternatively, of course, the Internet or specialist shops also offer a large selection.
Which willow species are particularly suitable?
The species have opted for a wicker fence made of willow
- purple willow
- and wicker
particularly proven.
tips
Branches that contrast in color create an even greater visual impact.
What do I need to consider before braiding?
The age of the shoots plays a crucial role. Young twigs sprout even in braided form. While older branches are sturdier, they also require more strength to braid. Be sure to soak your rods in water for a few days to make them elastic.
Weave your own pasture fence
needed tools
- a pruning shears
- stable wooden poles
- a hammer
manual
- remove branches from rods
- sharpen the stakes at one end to make them easier to drive into the ground
- insert the stakes into the ground at the desired spacing
- now braid the flexible willow rods around the posts
- pull the rods alternately in front of and behind the post
- vary the order depending on the desired pattern
- keep pushing your braid tight every now and then
- cut off the protruding rod ends
tips
Depending on the size, the self-woven electric fence also serves as a privacy screen or bed edging.