Willow Weeping matsudana Twisted/ Corkscrew 300mm pot
๐ฟโจ Salix matsudana โ Chinese Willow / Twisted/ Corkscrew Willow โจ๐ฟ
Salix matsudana is a fast-growing deciduous willow loved for its elegant form and distinctive twisting stems โ a brilliant feature or shade tree for larger spaces and moisture-loving areas. ๐ณ๐
๐ฑ Size & Pot
โ๏ธ 300mm pot โ approx. 1.8โ2.5m tall right now (height can vary between plants) ๐ณ
โ๏ธ Strong upright young tree; responds well to shaping and formative pruning โ๏ธ๐ฟ
โ๏ธ Sun & Soil
โ๏ธ Full sun for best growth and shape โ๏ธ
โ๏ธ Adaptable, but thrives in moist soils and can handle occasional wet feet ๐ฑ๐ง
โ๏ธ Frost tolerant once established โ๏ธ
๐ Foliage & Seasonal Changes
โ๏ธ Soft green, narrow leaves that create lovely movement in the breeze ๐๐ฌ๏ธ
โ๏ธ Deciduous โ drops leaves in winter, then flushes fresh growth in spring ๐๐ฑ
โ๏ธ Twisting stems add winter interest even when leafless โจ๐ฟ๐ณ Growth Habit & Mature Size
โ๏ธ Fast-growing, upright tree that develops a broad canopy with time ๐ณ
โ๏ธ Grows approx. 10โ15m tall ร 6โ10m wide
โ๏ธ Can be pruned to manage size and encourage denser, more sculptural growth โ๏ธโ
๐ก Special Characteristics
โ๏ธ Rapid shade and shelter in the right spot ๐ณ๐ฟ
โ๏ธ Beautiful โcorkscrewโ branching for year-round character โจ
โ๏ธ Great performer near dams, drains, and wetter paddock edges ๐ง
โ๏ธ Hardy and reliable once established โ๏ธ๐ช
โ๏ธ Best planted well away from pipes and tight spaces due to vigorous roots ๐ฐโ ๏ธ
๐ธ Planting Ideas
โ๏ธ Feature tree in a larger lawn or rural garden where it has room to spread ๐ณ๐ก
โ๏ธ Plant near a dam or seasonal wet area for a natural, moisture-loving screen ๐ง๐ฟ
โ๏ธ Use as a quick shade tree in open spaces (with plenty of clearance) โ๏ธ๐ณ
โ๏ธ Pair with other moisture-tolerant trees and grasses for a naturalistic look ๐พ๐
