Salix matsudana ‘Tortuosa’ – Corkscrew Willow Grafted Tree | 4–5 Feet Tall | Ships in 3 Gallon Pot Twisted Branches | Fast Growing Landscape Tree | Great for Wet Areas

Add dramatic movement and texture to your landscape with this 4–5 foot tall grafted Corkscrew Willow (Salix matsudana ‘Tortuosa’), shipped in a 3-gallon nursery pot. This unique ornamental tree is prized for its smooth green bark and beautifully twisted, contorted branches that are highly sought after by florists and flower arrangers.

Corkscrew Willow thrives in full sun and performs especially well in soggy or moisture-rich areas, making it an excellent choice for low spots or near ponds (away from utility lines). Regular pollarding encourages the growth of fresh, more heavily twisted stems for even more dramatic visual impact.

This listing features a female clone, which produces less pollen than male varieties—making it a cleaner landscape option.

You will receive a tree similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live grafted Corkscrew Willow tree
✔️ Height: approximately 4–5 feet
✔️ Shipped in 3 gallon nursery pot
✔️ Strong, established trunk
✔️ Healthy root system
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Corkscrew Willow
Botanical Name: Salix matsudana ‘Tortuosa’
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Stage: Grafted young tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Moist to wet, well-draining soil
Watering: High moisture preference; thrives in soggy areas
Mature Height: 20–30 feet
Mature Spread: Up to 15 feet
Growth Rate: Fast growing
USDA Zones: 4–8
Special Note: Female clone (reduced pollen production)
Container Friendly: No; plant in ground for best results

💡 Care Tip: Willow roots are vigorous and moisture-seeking. Plant away from water lines, septic systems, and foundations. Pollard annually to encourage thicker, more twisted new growth.