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Desert Willow, 50 seeds, light pink
Chilopsis linearis
20-25' tall x 15-20' wide. A large and cold hardy Desert Willow with big fragrant light pink flowers, Chilopsis linearis Desert Willow is a beautiful flowering tree for hot, sunny, poor soil sites. Native. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
Zones 6-9
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*Please Note* Because our seeds are harvested by hand, without the use of machines, a small amount of plant matter may be present in the seed packets.
Benefits:
- Drought tolerant
- Attracts pollinators including hummingbirds, bees and butterflies
- Native
- Beautiful flowers
- Grows well in poor soils
- Fast growing
Light Requirements: Full sun
Mature Height: 20-25' tall
Mature Spread: 15-20' wide
Growing Instructions:
Desert willow seed germination can be improved by soaking the seeds in water a few hours prior to sowing. Sow seeds no deeper than ¼ inch deep in flats or nursery pots. Keep the soil relatively moist. Germination takes 1 to 3 weeks.
Desert willow seeds can also be sown directly in the ground in the spring after frost. Sow seeds no deeper than ¼ inch deep. Keep the soil relatively moist. Germination takes 1 to 3 weeks.