{"product_id":"dragon-willow-bonsai-cutting-salix-matsudana-tortuosa-live-plant-thick-trunk-curly-willow-fast-growing-indoor-outdoor-bonsai-bare-root","title":"Dragon Willow Bonsai Cutting – Salix matsudana ‘Tortuosa’ Live Plant | Thick Trunk Curly Willow | Fast Growing Indoor Outdoor Bonsai | Bare Root","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate a striking bonsai with this Dragon Willow cutting (\u003cem\u003eSalix matsudana ‘Tortuosa’\u003c\/em\u003e), prized for its naturally twisted, curly branches and unique growth habit. This thick trunk cutting is perfect for developing a mature, artistic bonsai with character and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDragon Willows are fast-growing and highly sought after by bonsai enthusiasts for their dramatic appearance and ease of training. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor growing, this variety adapts well and offers a rewarding experience for beginners and experienced growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach cutting is hand-selected and ready for propagation, making it an excellent choice for starting your own bonsai project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: This is a cutting and ships bare root. No pot or soil included. Images may show mature plants for reference only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 Dragon Willow bonsai cutting\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Thick trunk cutting ready to root\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Bare root (no pot or soil included)\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Suitable for indoor or outdoor bonsai\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dragon Willow, Corkscrew Willow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSalix matsudana ‘Tortuosa’\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e High; keep consistently moist during rooting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–40 feet (can be maintained small with pruning)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (ideal for bonsai training)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace cutting in water or moist soil immediately after arrival. Keep in bright light and maintain constant moisture—willows root quickly and are very beginner-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"czgrainllc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52504118067332,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify_6_8cb02646-10a2-44e6-af80-c6767e4df38b.jpg?v=1783761548","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/dragon-willow-bonsai-cutting-salix-matsudana-tortuosa-live-plant-thick-trunk-curly-willow-fast-growing-indoor-outdoor-bonsai-bare-root","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}