Hortstmann's Recurved Contorted European Larch, Unique Twisted Branches - Live Plant

Give your garden a touch of whimsy and artistic form with Larix decidua ‘Horstmann’s Recurved’, a striking contorted European larch known for its twisted branches, airy texture, and dramatic winter silhouette. This unusual deciduous conifer offers year-round interest—soft green spring needles, lush summer growth, golden fall color, and beautifully bare, sculptural branches through winter. If you love oddities in the garden like us - this contorted Larch tree is a must-have!

Key Features:

• Twisted, Curved Branching: Naturally contorted limbs create a one-of-a-kind architectural shape
• Seasonal Beauty: Soft green spring needles, vibrant golden-yellow fall color, and eye-catching winter structure
• Compact, Manageable Size: Moderate growth rate gives a decent sized tree in a short amount of time. Stays rather narrow and is nicely contained, perfect for small gardens and specialty collections
• Plant Type: Deciduous Conifer (drops its needles each autumn)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun for best growth and needle color
• Mature Size: 10-12 ft tall x 4-5 ft wide in 8-10 years
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 2-8
• Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; tolerates a range of conditions once established
• Watering: Moderate watering; keep soil evenly moist while young

Please Note:

**Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, color, or shape from the photos shown.

**All photos are representative of each plant's typical growth habit, color, & features and may not depict the exact crop available at time of purchase

**All trees are GRAFTED (unless otherwise noted in listing title)

Why You’ll Love It: This variety is prized by collectors, landscape designers, and gardeners who want a tree that makes a statement in every season. Its unusual branching habit adds personality and movement to any space. Its quirky, artistic form makes it a conversation piece all year long.