A young kitten willow does not have to go through a tree nursery, because it can easily be propagated at home. In order for your effort to be rewarded, however, the timing of action is crucial. You should also know this.

The seeds for propagation can be collected by yourself

Viable ways of propagation

Catkins, also known as catkins, can usually be propagated by seeds and cuttings. Our hands are only tied when it comes to the popular Hanging Kitten Willow. Because although there is plenty of cutting material during the annual cutting, it is not suitable for propagation. This variety is a refinement. If it has to be this variety, there is no way around the tree nursery for a hobby gardener.

Propagation from seeds

Willow seeds are not sold commercially. However, it shouldn't be difficult to get hold of them. Willow grows in nature and in numerous private gardens. From the age of four she will also bear seeds. Once they reach maturity, they are only viable for about two weeks. The time window for sowing is therefore short and must not pass unused.

  • Fill pots with moist potting soil
  • Spread seeds on it
  • just press gently, don't put any soil over it
  • germination usually occurs within 24 hours
  • select the strongest seedlings and plant them in separate pots
  • plant out after a few weeks

Notice:

Wild catkins are under nature protection. Its branches must not be cut from March 1st to September 30th. However, collecting seeds is allowed.

Propagation using cuttings

Spring is the best time to propagate cuttings. Since the catkin willow has to be cut immediately after flowering, there is enough propagation material. Here are the instructions on how to proceed:

  1. Get small clay pots, each with a large drainage hole.
  2. First fill in a drainage layer, made of coarse gravel or broken pottery.
  3. Add a potting soil and loam mixture.
  4. Choose strong, straight cuttings from which you remove all leaves and buds.
  5. Put a cutting in each pot, about 15 cm deep.
  6. Press down the soil and provide the cuttings with water.
  7. Put the pots on bright.
  8. Keep the soil slightly moist throughout.

After about two weeks, new growth will also appear above ground. The rooted cuttings still need time to develop into strong young plants. Only then should you plant them in their intended place.

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