Growing a Curly Willow in a Container

A gardener has rooted a curly willow from a cutting and asks if it can be kept as a patio potted plant long-term.

Not Suitable for Permanent Container Culture

Curly willow (Salix matsudana 'Tortuosa') matures at 30 feet tall with a 15-foot spread. It can be grown in a pot for a couple of years, but will quickly become root-bound and decline. For long-term health, transplant into the ground once it outgrows the container.