Chilopsis
Chilopsis linearis DESERT WILLOW
The Desert Willow is an outstanding flowering tree for any landscape. This is a medium size tree that normally grows less that 20' high with a 15' spread. Tree has narrow 4 inch long leaves that give it a "willow-like" appearance. White to purple colored, trumpet-shaped flowers appear spring through summer. A desert southwest native plant that can exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 7-9 Sunset: 7-14, 18-24, 29, 30, 33
Chilopsis linearis 'Burgundy' BURGUNDY DESERT WILLOW
A selection of Chilopsis l. that has burgundy colored flowers. This deciduous tree reaches 20' high with an equal spread. Leaves are narrow, dark green in color and measure 3-5 inches long. Bark becomes shredded with age. Tree can exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 7-9 Sunset: 7-14, 18-24, 29, 30, 33
Chilopsis linearis 'White' WHITE DESERT WILLOW
A selection of Chilopsis l. that has white colored flowers. This is a deciduous tree that grows to a height and spread near 20'. Leaves are linear in shape, dark green in color and measure 3-5 inches long. Bark takes on a shredded appearance with age. Tree can exhibit drought tolerance once established. USDA: 7-9 Sunset: 7-14, 18-24, 29, 30, 33
