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Curly Willow

Curly Willow

Curly Willow

(Corkscrew Willow, Contorted Willow)

Salix Matsudana

The Curly Willow is a native of China and Korea. For many years, it has been cultivated for its unusual, contorted branching structure. Even the leaves are contorted. Like all willows, it grows fast, leafs-out early but has more tolerance to drought. A fine, small garden specimen providing interest, especially in winter when the branches are bare. Its drawbacks include a relatively short life and wood that is prone to storm damage.

Additional information

Foliage

Deciduous

Locale

Native to Asia

Height

Medium (30-60ft)

Width

Moderate

Form

Multi Stemmed, Oval

Growth Rate

Fast

Longevity

Short (under 50 years)

Hardiness Zones *

5

Sun Exposure

Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs)

Soil Preferences *

Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining

Soil Tolerances

Clay, Slightly Alkaline, Wet

Other Tolerances

Occasional Drought, Road Salt

Ornamental Interest

Form, Leaves (shape)

Wildlife Value

Bees (flowers), Butterfly Larvae (leaves), Insect Pollinators (flowers)

Seed Collection

Grown from Cuttings

Planting Considerations

Plant away from Sewer Pipes, Prone to Ice Damage, Shallow Roots