Papillon Premium Hazel Hurdle Woven Wattle Garden Fence Panel Fencing Panels 1.8m x 0.9m (6ft x 3ft)

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Next, take your stakes and insert them along your fence line. Use a post driver or mallet to insert them firmly into the ground. Try to make sure that each stake is as vertical as possible. Optional: Remove Bark from Some or All Branches Once finished the panel can be carefully lifted from the wooden jig, making sure you don’t undo the weaving in the process, and placed in position. Ongoing Care and Maintenance A community garden I volunteered at had a living arch of willow that they’d designed entirely on accident. That is, they thought the willow was completely dead but after a year of the arch being in place, they noticed it had sprouted leaves in spots. Now they have to prune their very much alive willow arch every year. Hazel or Other Nut Wood Plum or cherry wood has a deep color that is just so lovely to see in a wattle fence. Part of the appeal of these fences, apart from their frugality, is their beauty. Beauty is not an afterthought in the garden! Beauty is a large part of why we garden at all.

This is my favorite wood to use because I can forage it where I live. It’s also strong enough to hold up to my climate. Willow is also appealing because even if it dries out, you can simply soak it in water for 24 hours and it will regain elasticity. You should also consider how ‘rustic’ you would like your fencing to look. Personally, I like the rustic look. I therefore decided to keep the bark on, and use a range of different wood types. If you prefer a neater and more streamline look, you may prefer to remove the bark and/or opt for just one or two wood types. You may also look for greater uniformity in the branches that you choose. A Step By Step Guide To Building Your Wattle Fence Weavers are best made from freshly cut, green wood. Green wood is young and more pliable than old wood, making it ideal for weaving. Don’t be afraid of using green wood, it dries up over time.

The fence is made up of two parts. Uprights, also known as “sales” and saplings, known as the “weavers”. They make excellent garden screens and windbreaks. Hurdle panels are 6′ in width and usually 3′, 4′, 5′ or 6′ in height. Remember, if you’re using willow and it dries out a bit, submerge it in water and let it soak overnight. Thin Branches Rustic wattle fence by Dan Holmes, UK. For more inspiration, visit www.sussexgates.co.uk. Hurdle Maker’s Wattle Fence Needless to say, the wattle technique for cheap garden fences has stood the test of time. We hope you enjoy yours! Aesthetics

However, if you’d like the fence to last more than a season, try to find any of these woods: Willow Over time, it was used regularly throughout Victorian gardens as a separating barrier. In addition, it’s a perfect growing structure for climbing roses and perennials. These include Solanum, Clematis, Lathyrus and the perfectly formed half-hardy Thunbergia alata (a personal favourite of mine). What you Need to Make a Sturdy Wattle Fence Our premium wattle hazel hurdle panels are made from a mixture of cleft and round hazel. Our hazel is sourced from local Surrey and Sussex woodlands managed sustainably on a long term basis.

Of course, one of the first steps in making a wattle fence is choosing your wood. The wood you choose to use will have an impact on how strong and sturdy your fencing will be. Continue to weave the saplings, repeating the alternating pattern each time, until you reach the desired height.