Golden Corkscrew Willow (Salix matsudana 'Golden') Cutting
Grower's Notes (Our Experience):
Golden corkscrew willow features stems with a distinct twist. We planted more cuttings this past winter that have already reached about 2 feet tall by June and will reach 5-6 feet by the end of the growing season. Coppicing back to the ground every year, they can grow up to 8 feet in one summer. We also maintain a mature plot planted two and a half years ago, which we cut back every winter to harvest the decorative curly willow stems. This variety can be grown as a spring and summer hedge, then aggressively pruned each winter to harvest the first-year wood for decorations or gifts. It's one of the oldest willows on our farm and one of our favorites. If you like the corkscrew curl but want a different color, try Caradoc Curly Willow. It's a very pretty yellow when dry.
Botanical Specs & Profile:
Salix matsudana Golden Curls (Golden Corkscrew Willow) is a deciduous tree featuring spiraling branches and golden-yellow bark. It produces twisted, lanceolate green leaves that turn yellow in autumn before dropping to reveal its architectural winter form. This fast-growing cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to moist or wet soils. Mature height ranges from 20 to 30 feet with a spread of 10 to 15 feet. Suitable for use as a specimen plant, hedge, or source for decorative cut branches.
This product is a dormant cutting that will take root, leaf out, and grow if planted under the right conditions. Since plant propagation success rates can vary depending on climate, location, and timing there is no universal recipe for success. If you are new to plant propagation, follow the link on each product page for 'Videos on How to Propagate...'
