Corkscrew Willow 'tortuosa'
Salix matsudana 'tortuosa',
Hardiness
:
Zone 5
Other names
Peking willow, curly willow, twisted willow
Category
Ornamental tree
Description
A fast-growing ornamental small tree distinguished by its strongly twisted and spiraling branches, shoots and leaves. It generally has an upright to ovoid habit that becomes more rounded with age. The twisted branches remain highly ornamental in winter and are widely used in fresh and dried floral arrangements. It prefers moist to wet soils and sunny locations.
100-150cm high, naked roots
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22.00$
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Height X Width
8.0m X 5.0m
Foliage
Deciduous, bright green to blue-green, narrow, lance-shaped leaves with distinctly twisted and curle
Flowering
Small flowers borne in catkins, appearing in early spring around the time the foliage emerges. Male and female flowers occur on separate plants. Blooming time : from april to may
Edible parts description
Non-edible ornamental capsules containing numerous small seeds. The primary commercial interest is the decorative branches rather than the fruit.
Soil type
Normal, well drained, Prefers wet soil
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