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Desert Willow

Chilopsis Linearis

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Overview

Desert Willow (Chilopsis linearis), a drought-tolerant deciduous shrub, thrives in USDA zones 7-9, attaining heights of 15-30 feet. It has a 15-25-foot spread with an open, airy canopy. This species boasts narrow, elongated leaves along with trumpet-shaped flowers with varied hues from pink to lavender, blooming from late spring to early fall. Ideal for xeriscaping, Chilopsis provides an elegant, wispy silhouette and attracts hummingbirds and pollinators.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 5–10Type TreeClimate Arid

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — elongated leaves along with trumpet-shaped flowers with varied hues from pink to lavender

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Bignoniaceae
Climate: Arid

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Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — Desert Willow (Chilopsis linearis); attaining heights of 15-30 feet, image 51

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — tree for full; encapsulating the essence of natural beauty and resilience, image 75

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — These delicate leaves are bright green and willow-like; a drought-tolerant deciduous shrub, image 65

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — tree for full

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — attaining heights of 15-30 feet; tree for full, image 79

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — although it is not closely related to true willows.<br><br>From late spring to early fall; hence the tree's common name

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — it is important to note that this species prefers full sun and well-draining soils

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — although it is not closely related to true willows.<br><br>From late spring to early fall

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — scientifically known as Chilopsis linearis; tree with lavender and pink blooms, image 61

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — the Desert Willow's form is characterized by its open, image 38

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — It has a 15-25-foot spread with an open, airy canopy; elongated leaves along with trumpet-shaped flowers with, image 80

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — tree for full; encapsulating the essence of natural beauty and resilience

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — lavender and pink flowers in the garden; blooming from late spring to early fall, image 73

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — Its non-invasive root system makes it an excellent choice for planting near structures or walkways

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — Each bloom typically spans 1 to 1.5 inches in length; it has a 15-25-foot spread with an open, airy canopy, image 69

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — slender leaves that can reach lengths of 4 to 12 inches; it is important to note that this species prefers, image 64

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — Each bloom typically spans 1 to 1.5 inches in length; it has a 15-25-foot spread with an open, airy canopy

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — scientifically known as Chilopsis linearis; tree with lavender and pink blooms

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — the Desert Willow's form is characterized by its open

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — hence the tree's common name; chilopsis provides an elegant

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — blooming from late spring to early fall; thrives in USDA zones 7-9

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — attaining heights of 15-30 feet; tree for full

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — the tree showcases its beauty with an abundant display of trumpet-shaped flowers that burst in hues of pink

Desert Willow (Chilopsis Linearis) — This species boasts narrow; slender leaves that can reach lengths of 4 to 12 inches

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