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Twisted Willows in Pots

Dusty61Dusty61 Posts: 2
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I just repotted a large willow from a small pot, the roots were so strong and deep into the soil i had to hack the root at the base of the pot, now i am worried i may have damaged my tree; can anyone advise or know whether my tree will survive, will the root recover? Thanks

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  • FleurisaFleurisa Posts: 779

    Trees can cope with having their roots pruned, think of bonsai. Just remember to water it, but not too much over winter

  • ObelixxObelixx Posts: 30,056

    Willows require huge amounts of moisture so the roots will always break through the bottom of a pot to seek it.     Root trimming is a recognised way of contrlling size so yur willow should be OK but do make sure it gets watered regularly and generously throughout the growing season and every day in summer. 

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  • Dusty61Dusty61 Posts: 2

    Thank you so much Fleurisa and obelixx for your advice image

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