To prevent some plants from snapping, they need to be supported, for example with a figure-eight loop. Read here how to tie this figure of eight loop.
There are plants that need support. This primarily includes young trees, but also shrubs and perennials that are prone to tipping over, for example due to heavy blossoms or fruit. To plants support you use a loop of eight.
Generally, support is taken from a stick or wooden stake that is stuck into the ground and to which the plant is tied. If the plant grows in front of a fence, the fence is also good for it. However, you should make sure that you use the right technique for tying down, otherwise the stability will suffer and the plant can be damaged because the fastening material rubs against the stem or trunk. Injuries are common here. To avoid this, you should use the so-called figure eight loop. This is very easy to implement:
- Take the appropriate binding material and wrap it around the stem or stalk of the plant.
- Then cross it over and tie it around the support.
- Fix a knot and wrap the ends around the crossed area several times.
- Knot up afterwards.
So the plant is not injured, has the ideal hold and also enough room to maneuver.