A pasture in your own garden? For many gardeners, the tall-growing deciduous tree has a very special appeal. Decorate your property with a willow. Whether as a small ornamental plant, nostalgic weeping willow or, or, or. Both the shrub form and the tree are very species-rich and offer a wide range of different willow species. What they all have in common, however, is that certain aspects have to be taken into account when planting.

How much space the willow needs depends on the species

location claims

lighting conditions

Willows need a sunny location. While trees can also cope with direct sunlight, ornamental plants such as the harlequin willow should be in partial shade. However, it must not be too dark, otherwise the plant will not develop its impressively colored foliage.

substrate

Here, too, there are again differences between small potted willows and free-standing trees. The former do not tolerate waterlogging, while trees feel most comfortable near water. Furthermore, the floor should have the following properties:

  • nutritious
  • always wet
  • loose and permeable
  • acidic to neutral

place

The space available in your garden is the most important criterion. The available area depends on whether you can plant a willow in your own garden at all, or whether you should opt for a harlequin or hanging catkin willow in the bucket. Willows are known for their large-scale growth above and below ground. While the crown reaches up to 20 meters into the sky, the roots can lift stones from sidewalks or patios. Therefore, always calculate a planting radius of 20 meters. There should be no buildings or plants in this area that require a lot of sunlight. Don't plant your pasture

  • near the building
  • right on the property line
  • too close to the neighboring fence (heavy fall of leaves in autumn)

manual

It is best to plant your willow in spring. Especially if it is a young specimen, you should wait until the night frosts subside. How to proceed with planting:

  1. Choose the right location carefully.
  2. Loosen the soil where you want it.
  3. Water the root ball of your pasture.
  4. Dig a hole three times the diameter of the root ball.
  5. Put some compost in the soil.
  6. Put in the root ball.
  7. Compact the hole with soil.
  8. If necessary, add a stake to support the pasture for the first few months.
  9. Water the pasture well the first day.
  10. A layer of mulch is also useful.

More tips

There are several ways to plant a pasture. Depending on whether the planting is earmarked or used to beautify your garden, you have the following choice:

  • as a solitaire
  • in the bucket
  • as a hedge plant

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Trees