Desert willow growing shrub or tree of the genus Chilopsis also known as Chilopsis linearis, Desert willow perennial deciduous or semi evergreen plant, used as ornamental hedge plant, drought tolerant and attract pollinators, can grow in desert, subtropical, mediterranean or temperate climate, grow in hardiness zone 5-10.
Leaves color green in linear shape.
Desert willow flower
Flower color pink, white or purple in trumpet shape, flowers grows in clusters.
Desert willow for sale – Seeds or Plants to Buy
How to grow Desert willow growing and care:
Drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
Aggressive
Planting season:
Spring / Summer
Pests and diseases:
Aphids
Pruning season:
Autumn / Winter
How to prune:
Just for design
Size of the plant?
1.8-5m, 6-15 feet
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement:
Small amount of water / Average amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow indoor as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season?
Spring / Summer / Autumn
General information about the flower:
Trumpet flowers, in variety of colors pink, white or purple
Scientific name:
Chilopsis linearis