No idea about alternative ways, but you could always hunt down tulle in op
shops? and maybe sew the pieces together. ?
"Norman" wrote in message
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We moved into our new house last year and there was a beautiful fruiting
cherry tree there.

The problem was that the birds got to the cherries before we could.

Can anyone advise on the best method to protect my cherry tree this year.
Is
the only way to buy netting? If so where is the best place to buy netting
and is it expensive.

Is it a good idea to put the netting over the tree during the Winter
months
so it is already in place when the tree gets leaves or should I put it on
after the tree starts to fruit.

Your assistance is much appreciated