Salix matsudana 'Navajo'

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Salix matsudana 'Navajo'

Spec sheet

Hardiness
Hardy to zone 6

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Sizes we grow

B&B in pot (BBP), by caliper or height

  • 2.5 in caliper
  • 3 in caliper
  • 3.5 in caliper
  • 5 in caliper

About this plant

Salix matsudana 'Navajo,' commonly known as Navajo curly willow, is a distinctive ornamental tree celebrated for its striking curly or contorted branches. It provides year-round visual interest, with its twisted branches acting as an architectural focal point, particularly during winter when the trunk and limbs are bare. Its lush, narrow, green leaves offer a bright contrast during the growing season. This fast-growing willow is ideal for adding structural drama to landscapes and thrives in moist areas, making it excellent for water features or along ponds and streams.

- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Medium to high; prefers consistently moist soil
- Growth rate: Fast
- Mature size (HxW): Approximately 20–30 ft tall and 15–20 ft wide
- Habit: Upright, spreading, with contorted branches
- Bloom/interest: Notable twisted branches; minimal flower interest
- Hardiness zone: 4–9
- Soil tolerance: Prefers moist, well-drained soils; tolerates wet soil
- Drought/heat tolerance: Low

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