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Chilopsis

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Chilopsis
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Fact sheet

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Typeshrub, tree

“The desert willow is a small, flowering tree (or large shrub)” — Chilopsis linearis (Bow Willow, Desert Willow, Flowering Willow, Mimbre, Willowleaf Catalpa, Willow-leaved Catal

Days to maturity3–5 years

“Desert willow trees typically take 3 to 5 years to reach full maturity” — How Long Do Desert Willow Trees Need To Mature For A Thriving Garden Landscape

Lightfull sun

“Select a location with full sun exposure” — How Long Do Desert Willow Trees Need To Mature For A Thriving Garden Landscape

Waterconsistent watering, especially during initial stages; drought-resistant

“Young trees need consistent watering, especially during their initial stages, but mature desert willows are drought-resistant” — How Long Do Desert Willow Trees Need To Mature For A Thriving Garden Landscape

Spacing120–180 in

“Space them about 10 to 15 feet apart” — How Long Do Desert Willow Trees Need To Mature For A Thriving Garden Landscape

Height180–300 in

“These trees typically reach heights of 15 to 25 feet” — How Long Do Desert Willow Trees Need To Mature For A Thriving Garden Landscape

Propagationseed

“This plant may show a tendency to self-seed and should be monitored closely to prevent it from escaping into nearby landscapes and becoming a weed.” — Chilopsis linearis (Bow Willow, Desert Willow, Flowering Willow, Mimbre, Willowleaf Catalpa, Willow-leaved Catal

Transplantspring or fall

“You can plant desert willow trees in spring or fall” — How Long Do Desert Willow Trees Need To Mature For A Thriving Garden Landscape

Ready whenblooming profusely in the warmer months

“blooming profusely in the warmer months” — How Long Do Desert Willow Trees Need To Mature For A Thriving Garden Landscape

Companionshedge, bees, butterflies

“Use this flowering tree as a hedge or in a drought-tolerant garden.” — Chilopsis linearis (Bow Willow, Desert Willow, Flowering Willow, Mimbre, Willowleaf Catalpa, Willow-leaved Catal

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