Common
name: "Curly Willow" or "Corkscrew
Willow"
Latin name: Salix matsudana var Tortuosa
Native
to: North China
Useful as: A filler green.
Longevity: 2 - 3 weeks as a fresh green. Indefinitely
dried.
Dries well:
Yes
Available: Nearly year round
Pictured:
Curly Willow Tip
General
Floral Greens Care: The interesting twisty branches of Curly
Willow is used to add height and character to both fresh and
dried arrangements. The pliable branches can easily be bent. Corkscrew Willow is harvested from
the newer young growth on matured trees. Within the floral trade Curly Willow is available in three sizes, Tips 30"
- 36", Medium 42" - 48", and Long 72" to
84".
Salix matsudana 'Tortuosa' is winter hardy in Colorado to zone 4b. Mature
trees can reach a height of 20 to 30 foot.
Variety note: Curly
Willow is also know as Dragon Claw Willow
