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California Native Plant

Chilopsis linearis

Desert Willow

Plant photo of: Chilopsis linearis
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This winter decidous tree grows to be 25' x 20'. Great small tree, develops shaggy bark and twisting trunks with age. The trumpet-shaped flowers appear spring through fall. Flowers attract hummingbirds while seed pods attract other native birds. Native to the southwest U.S and Mexico.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

Lavender, Pink, Purple, White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

Spring, Summer

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.