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Willow Tree

Mozarts momMozarts mom Posts: 2
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I've just been given a potted Willow Tree that stands about 15ft.(no laughing).I am about to re-pot inn fresh soil,but was wondering if I could chop or lop the top off to bush it out,as it's very Spindly...Any advice would be welcome image

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  • Dave MorganDave Morgan Posts: 3,123

    Willow can be coppiced so pruning it will make it bushy although it won't last long in a pot. It needs moisture and a good root run.

  • Mozarts momMozarts mom Posts: 2

    Thanks Dave,I've managed to Lop top off,and spruced it up a bit.Hoping to see it spring to life image

     

  • WelshonionWelshonion Posts: 3,114
    February is a good time to cut willows. Cut to the ground then they will grow again. It will be happier in the ground rather than a pot. But it does depend on the variety. You didn't say.
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