A moderately growing cultivar that is striking because of its twisted branches. Produces a tree 10 - 15 m high with a broad, ovoid to oval crown. Grafted on a high stem, but sometimes also on a low stem to produce a somewhat shrub-like manner of growth. A multi-trunked tree then develops later. The thorny branches grow in remarkable curves: young shoots often grow like cork-screws. The more or less hanging leaves are also somewhat twisted. Flowers appear only occasionally, only on old trees. Sensitive to strong winds. It is a valuable park tree that is used particularly for its winter silhouette. Winter hardiness zone: 5a With its tortuous and spirally twisted branches Robinia pseudoacacia 'Tortuosa' provides an exceptionally characteristic winter silhouette at a later age.
Robinia pseudoacacia 'Tortuosa' can eventually reach a height of 10-15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
Robinia pseudoacacia 'Tortuosa' is átlagos and can eventually reach a height of 10-15 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.
The right time to plant Robinia pseudoacacia 'Tortuosa' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Robinia pseudoacacia 'Tortuosa' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.