A sustainable source of WILLOW for craft + structure

on Nicomen Island, in the ❤️ of the Fraser Valley.

Get in touch today to place an order, book a visit (space also available to Horticultural Therapy Practioners), or just to say hello.

 

Green Edna

Basketry, craft, live - fine flexible rods with no branching, a favourite for basketry. Finishes a pale green - blonde after soaking.

A close-up view of a large bundle of long, thin, greenish-brown sticks or plant stems, laid out in a crisscross pattern.
A close-up view of a tangled bundle of thin, brown and green twigs, overlapping and intersecting each other, creating a dense, textured pattern.
A close-up of many long, thin, greenish-brown plant stems or twigs, densely overlapping and forming an intricate, tangled pattern.

Americana

Basketry, craft, live - Beautiful straight rods, no branching, perfect for basketry or fine crafts. Rods dry dark green-warm grey with brown tones after soaking.

A bundle of long, thin, reddish-brown and yellow willow branches stacked together, resting on a dark, textured surface.
A close-up of a dense bundle of thin, straight, brown and yellowish sticks or reeds, with light and shadow creating a textured, natural pattern.
A close-up of several light brown and yellowish thin sticks or branches stacked in parallel, creating a textured and layered pattern. Sunlight highlights parts of the smooth surfaces.

Dave’s Green

Structural, live - Our largest fastest growing willow. Tall straight rods make great furniture, fence panels and huts, or frames and rings for rustic baskets. Rods dry almost black.

A close-up view of several thin, reddish-brown and green willow branches with visible buds, laid side by side, with part of a metal container in the background.
A close-up view of a pile of long, thin, yellow-green willow branches stacked horizontally, with small reddish buds visible on the stems. Some green string and wooden dowels are partially visible at the bottom.

Dasyclados

Structural, live - Makes nice rings and frames for larger baskets. Long straight rods are great for furniture, obelisks and trellis. Dries a variety of warm brown-beige tones.

Close-up view of a bundle of greenish-brown willow branches with small buds, leaning vertically against a corrugated metal surface.

Rubykins

Rustic basketry, craft, structural, live - The tips of new growth are a rosy red. A favourite for living willow work. Rods dry a mix of light green, yellow-green and brown. Lovely in baskets but has a thin skin (take care when soaking).

A wheelbarrow filled with long, thin, freshly cut willow branches, set outdoors on a gravel surface with bare trees, fields, and mountains in the background.
A close-up view of a bundle of long, thin, greenish-yellow stems or sticks arranged parallel to each other on a dark, textured surface.
  • Please note all photos and descriptions are for reference only. Products will vary greatly as willow is a living entity. (Images: Hedgecraft Willow)

New varieties coming soon...

Black Maul, Bleu, Polish Purple, Brittany Green, Dicky Meadows, Purple Dicks

Blackskin, Navajo (yellow), Blue Streak + Red Corksrew

Willow is a plant that runs on her own schedule.

Live whips are only available in early spring (March/April).

Semi-green or half-dry is only available between late April and early June.

We do carry fully dry rods all year round (until we sell out).

But do note, that dry willow must be soaked in water before it regains it's flexibility.

The general guideline being: one day for every foot of length.

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Live Whips

For live fencing, fedges, domes, arches, sculptures and more. Quantities are limited so preorder well before Spring pick up.

$1 per foot

Various lengths available
(from 2’-15’+)

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Dried Willow rods

For craft and structural uses from basketry and sculpture to furniture,  fencing, garden ornaments and more.

 

$19 / lb

Rods are sold in 10lb bundles (lengths between 2'-15'+)

Close-up of bundled, thin, light brown and green stems or branches tied together with green plastic straps.
Aerial view of a circular green bush area with a seating arrangement in the center, surrounded by grass, pathways, and patches of sand.
Four tree stumps arranged in a circle on sandy ground, surrounded by lush green bushes and trees. A wooden pole stands in the center of the stumps. Fern-like branches frame the image in the foreground.
A field of blooming sunflowers stands in front of lush green trees and tall grasses under a bright, partly cloudy sky.
A wheelbarrow filled with cut willow branches sits in front of a field of upright willow shoots, surrounded by grass and mountains under a cloudy sky.
A grassy yard with a simple wooden fence, stacks of branches, and a small pile of lumber. Dense green vegetation and distant mountains are visible in the background under a cloudy sky.
Aerial view of a grassy field with a circular patch of taller green plants in the center, surrounded by mown grass. Trees, a small building, and distant mountains are visible in the background under a clear sky.
Curly willow branches with green, twisted leaves grow from sandy soil. Sparse grass and a few small purple flowers are visible nearby, with a grassy field in the background.
Aerial view of a circular sandy area with sparse grass growing on the outer edge, three tree stumps casting long shadows in the center, and green grass surrounding the sandy circle.
Aerial view of grassy land by a river, featuring two large circular structures outlined with stones, surrounded by trees and a few small buildings.
Tall grass stems in the foreground partially obscure a view of a farmhouse and green field, with mountains and trees in the background under a clear sky.
Bundles of long, thin willow branches tied with colorful strings are stacked upright in a wooden shed. Gardening tools hang on the wall in the background, and sunlight filters through the roof.
Aerial view of two large circular garden plots with dense green plants bordered by sand or white soil, surrounded by grassy areas and other vegetation.
A scenic field with young plants growing in neatly bordered sections, sandy patches with wooden logs, and trees and mountains in the background under a cloudy sky.
Tall thin branches in the foreground, with a grassy field, leafless trees, and a misty mountain in the background under a cloudy sky.
Aerial view of a large, circular, muddy area in a green field, bordered by fences, with distant trees, a small farmhouse, and mountains in the background under a clear blue sky.