I don't get your idea of using willows. The "salix" species in Australia are a nationally declared top 30 weed. They impede stream flow and destroy the habitat values of our streams. Haven't you got a better species there in the UK for stream restoration ?
Willows (Salix species) are very important river and wetland trees here. They hold the banks together, provide cover for wildlife and a lot of insect species live on willows. Those insects provide food for birds, bats and fish.
"They impede stream flow" Maybe my English is not good enough, but what is the difference between what is said here: 2:03, i.e. "flow deflectors" and your characterization of what willows do?
I’ve watched a lot of videos on this subject. The practical details and clarity of this one make it outstanding. Thank you.
Fanzines! I used too make and restore river banks in kernow with these!😅
knows his rivers impressive - i know zero about rivers like wildlife - learnt something tickety tick
I think I saw some white claw crayfish in affpuddle today
It’s amazing what you can do to a river in a short time.
Fantastik
A pleasure to watch true master craftsmen at work - thanks for sharing…
I don't get your idea of using willows. The "salix" species in Australia are a nationally declared top 30 weed. They impede stream flow and destroy the habitat values of our streams. Haven't you got a better species there in the UK for stream restoration ?
Willows (Salix species) are very important river and wetland trees here. They hold the banks together, provide cover for wildlife and a lot of insect species live on willows. Those insects provide food for birds, bats and fish.
"They impede stream flow"
Maybe my English is not good enough, but what is the difference between what is said here: 2:03, i.e. "flow deflectors" and your characterization of what willows do?