I do get some magnificent views of sunsets from Hill top farm. However the openness of the hill side does work against me for the cut flowers, because there is usually a stiff breeze blowing over the brow of that hill the sun is setting behind.
So today's job was creating a windbreak to help to protect my beds of hardy and half hardy annuals.
it's Half term, so it was a family effort again. - Amazing what bribery with a doughnut will do to get over a hundred Willow sticks (rods/ withies/cuttings) in the ground.
The Willow used was 4 different varieties, Purpurea, Q83, Daphnoides and Flanders red - all sourced from The Willow bank - I'd love to tell you there was scientific reasoning behind these particular varieties, - but in truth, I liked the mixture of colours. - So here's to wind protection, Willow for Christmas wreaths, and Catkins next spring.
Sounds both practical and pretty, the perfect combination. And you can weave baskets and plant supports too!
Posted by: Janet/Plantaliscious | February 23, 2013 at 01:30 PM
How does this method work exactly? Do the willow reeds grow with the flowers at about the same speed? Very curious, Thanks!
Posted by: abbie | March 10, 2013 at 09:37 PM
Lot of effort, but is a nice idea. Practical and fun to be a family bonding.
Posted by: Bryan Training | April 01, 2013 at 10:26 PM