Corkscrew Willow | Salix matsudana 'Tortuosa'
The Highlights
- Twisting and contorted branches creates a unique shape
- Fresh, bright green foliage contrasts beautifully with their distinct copper stems, with upswept branches creating a mass of curly green
- An ideal choice for a site where winter interest is required
- Small yellow catkins appear in spring followed by narrow, mid-green summer foliage
- Smooth bark adds to the texture of this Dragon's Claw Willow Tree
- Grows up to 15x8m
- Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™.
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
The Highlights
- Twisting and contorted branches creates a unique shape
- Fresh, bright green foliage contrasts beautifully with their distinct copper stems, with upswept branches creating a mass of curly green
- An ideal choice for a site where winter interest is required
- Small yellow catkins appear in spring followed by narrow, mid-green summer foliage
- Smooth bark adds to the texture of this Dragon's Claw Willow Tree
- Grows up to 15x8m
- Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™.
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
Care Guide
High Pest/Disease resistance
Generally pest and disease resistantMORE
Water regularly for first 2 months
Water at least bimonthly for two months as it becomes established, After that, no extra water is required except during periods of prolonged drought
Full Sun
Position in Full Sun (6h+) or partial shade
Moist but well-drained soil
Suits any soil type that is moist but well-drained
Prune Annually
Prune corkscrew willows annually to remove any branches that are diseased, or that rub against each other. You can also remove branches to open the tree up to more light. After a storm, remove any broken branches promptly
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Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower