Salix babylonica - 'Tortuosa' (Twisted Willow)
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Salix babylonica cultivation notes: This shrubby willow flourishes on moist / wet soils of any type in part / full sun. It is fast growing, and will require pruning to produce distinctive twisted growth there - it is fast growing and should be planted well away from house.
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Plant Strengths: Attractive autumn colour; Ornamental winter bark / tracery; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils; Produces winter flowers.
Plant Weaknesses: Invasive/spreading root growth; Invasive top growth.
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