Desert Willow, Flowering-Willow, Willowleaf Catalpa, Desert Catalpa, Flor de Mimbre, Mimbre, Bow Willow, False-Willow, Jano, Catalpa-willow
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. Ranging from pale pink to pale violet, they give way to beanlike pods, 6-10 in. long (15-25 cm), that persist on the plant into the following spring and produce seeds with winged hairs. Hummingbirds and bumblebees visit the flowers for their nectar, and a variety of birds eat the seeds. Its shaggy bark and twisted branches make it an interesting silhouette in winter. Fast-growing, easy to maintain, drought tolerant, this desert plant can be planted as a lovely ornamental in courtyards and patios or used for erosion control in arid regions.
Hardiness |
7 - 11 |
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Climate Zones | 3B, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Bignoniaceae |
Common names | Desert Willow, Jano, Mimbre |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 15' - 30' (4.6m - 9.1m) |
Spread | 10' - 20' (3m - 6.1m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | Arizona, California, New Mexico, Southwest, Texas, United States |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
Hardiness |
7 - 11 |
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Climate Zones | 3B, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 |
Plant Type | Shrubs, Trees |
Plant Family | Bignoniaceae |
Common names | Desert Willow, Jano, Mimbre |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 15' - 30' (4.6m - 9.1m) |
Spread | 10' - 20' (3m - 6.1m) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
Native Plants | Arizona, California, New Mexico, Southwest, Texas, United States |
Tolerance | Drought |
Attracts | Bees, Birds, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
Garden Styles | Mediterranean Garden |
How many Chilopsis linearis (Desert Willow) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Chilopsis linearis (Desert Willow) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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