Burgundy Desert Willow
Chilopsis linearis 'Burgundy'
Description | An open, airy structure distinguishes this small tree or large shrub. The willowy pendant branches display long, narrow leaves highlighted by fragrant, trumpet-shaped, burgundy-pink flowers that will draw hummingbirds into the garden. Lovely addition to xeric or waterwise landscape. Deciduous. |
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Light | Full sun |
Watering | Once established, water if very dry. |
Blooms | Spring to Summer |
Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 15 to 20 ft. high, equal width. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Benefits Birds |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Growth Habit | Weeping |
Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Privacy Screen |
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Design Ideas | A beautiful accent tree that easily fits into average beds and borders. Use as a visual screen along property lines to block neighbors without losing much light or air circulation. A stunning single specimen in bloom and under night lighting. Perfect to augment dry xeriscape plantings in open beds with luxurios looks. |
Flower Color | Red |
Foliage Color | Green |
Companion Plants | Rock Rose (Cistus); Agave (Agave); Prickly Pear (Opuntia); Mexican Blue Sage (Salvia); Texas Ranger (Leucophyllum) |
Care | Grows easily in a wide range of conditions including alkaline soil, sand, clay and heavy seasonal moisture. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; takes seasonal drought. Apply fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. |
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Lore | In the desert, these plants provide valuable hummingbird nectar and are jealously guarded. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 7-9

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