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Try a Twist

Do you want a hardy, drought-tolerant tree that will catch the eye in every season? 'Twisty Baby' Honeylocust is the one for you!

It is a dwarf, remarkably contorted tree. The branches twist and turn at every node - even the leaves twist. Its irregular, artistic form is fascinating in winter; it has purplish scented flowers in summer and good yellow fall color. You can get a grafted Twisty Baby that will grow a mere 4-6 feet tall and wide, or a traditional form that will reach 10-15 feet. This tree is a unique specimen for a container or in your landscape! One of Sky's plant picks for 2005.

By Ken Plante
Skylights Spring/Summer 2005, Vol 19, No. 2

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