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Posted 3/8/2008 4:50:34 PM
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Well, here's an update. I did recut the layer slightly higher up and this time I have packed a bubble wrap sleeve with potting compost that has about 20% cat litter in it. I'm hoping that this will retain a bit of extra moisture but also help be to see if the soil is drying out by its colour. It is then wrapped again in black plastic to keep light out. I've also watered it with willow water which I had read elsewhere is good for encouraging root growth. Its been on for about 3 weeks now and I'm pleased to see that the buds above the cut are opening at the same rate as the ones below so at least I know I haven't cut off too much. I just hope that it is enough to get some roots to grow.

Can anyone tell me roughly how long it might take. Weeks? Months? or years?!

Thanks

Daryl

PS I also have a bucket full of willow cuttings if anyone wants any. They are all growing roots but are quite small - about a foot long with 1/4 inch stems.

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Hi

Air layers usually take 6 to 12 months depending on the growing season.

as long as the clear polythene is tied on and airtight it should be ok. if air can get in (and out) it will dry up and the air layer will fail.

I tie mine on with bonsai or other wire.

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Keith

Leeds UK

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