Chilopsis linearis |
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Desert Willow |
This desert willow is open and airy as a small tree, and with age develops shaggy bark and twisting trunks. The flowers of the tree appear in spring and through the fall while the leaves will drop early. Pruning this 25' tree can make it very attractive. Needs good drainage. Is rather unattractive in winter. Native in desert washes to 5000'. Some supplemental water will improve appearance. Moderately fast. Seed pods are persistant. Cannot tolerate overwatering. Flowers on new wood.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Lavender, Pink, Purple, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
Grey, Tan
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
Spring, Summer
Irrigate early in the morning and/or late in the evening to reduce water loss due to evaporation and wind drift.