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Desert Willow (Chilopsis linearis) is a waterwise flowering shrub with leaves that resemble willow leaves and attractive trumple flower like blooms.
Desert Willow Tree Facts. The desert willow’s scientific name is Chilopsis linearis. It’s a small, delicate tree that usually doesn’t grow above 30 feet (9 m.) tall and 25 feet (8 m.) wide. This makes planting desert willow trees possible even for those with small backyards.
When it comes to selecting a tree for your landscape, the desert willow tree (Chilopsis linearis) is a fascinating option to consider. Native to the southwestern United States, including Texas, the desert willow tree offers unique characteristics and benefits.
The Desert Willow (Chilopsis linearis) is a stunning, drought-tolerant tree that thrives in arid regions.Known for its beautiful trumpet-shaped flowers and graceful, willow-like foliage, the desert willow is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, heat-resistant tree that provides both beauty and shade.
Desert willow has become a popular landscaping plant in the Southwest. It grows rapidly when regularly watered, but also tolerates long periods without water making it a good low-maintenance plant. And, its beautiful flowers add to its appeal.
For example, are you wanting to try growing a desert willow but have no idea which varieties are the most beautiful? Is this plant species generally colorful? We'll answer these questions and many more throughout this post.
The Desert Willow, known by its scientific name Chilopsis linearis, is a native of the Desert Southwest growing at elevations up to 5000 feet. The species name refers to the narrow, linear 6 inch leaves of the small tree that grows up to 25 feet on average.
Desert willow “Bubba” is a showy, fast-growing, drought-tolerant ornamental tree with very decorative blooms. Here’s everything you need to know about planting and caring for this desert native.
Desert willow likes arid climates; extremely drought and heat tolerant, performs best on well-drained sites in areas with less than 30′′ of precipitation, and thrives best in full sun. Grows on most soils; including dry clay, loam, and sand; tolerant of acidic and alkaline soil conditions (Gilman and Watson 1993).
Chilopsis linearis (Desert Willow) is a spreading deciduous shrub or small deciduous tree adorned with narrow, willowy leaves and showy flower clusters from late spring to fall. Borne at the tips of the branches, the sweetly fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers are reminiscent of catalpa blossoms.