Description
Bundle of Salix Viminalis ‘Bowles’ Hybrid willow whips – mixed lengths 2’6″ to 3’6″/ 75 cm to 105 cm.**
This willow was cut during the winter of 2023/24 and is intended to be used for ‘rough’ weaving not as living willow for rooting.
Please note that the willow will dry and, if it is to be used for weaving from around late April onwards, it will need soaking before it is pliable again. Full instructions will be provided, but please also see our pages on ‘dead’ willow weaving for more information.
(A thick polythene soaking bag is included at no extra charge – see photograph).
Each bundle will contain approximately 100 whips.
If using for making rabbit toys, we would suggest that the willow is rinsed in fresh water before use.
Please note that we are providing willow only, not weaving instructions – the additional photographs are included only as examples of possible projects that this willow can be used for – you can see more ideas here.
**We have limited the maximum length of these bundles so that they can be sent with EVRi (formerly Hermes) rather than more expensively with a specialist carrier.
Ref WK 106C £16.00
Delivery will be by EVRi (formerly Hermes) at a cost of £4.00 – only to UK (excluding N. Ireland – sorry) addresses. Please provide directions and leaving instructions during the checkout process if necessary to help avoid delays.
Orders can be collected from Willows Nursery, but this will need to be by appointment – just select the ‘Collect’ option for delivery at the checkout.
Longer lengths of this variety may be available for collection – please get in touch to check on availability .
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