Chilopsis linearis 'Lucretia Hamilton'

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Desert Willow Lucretia Hamilton

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This selection is slower-growing than other selections reaching 20' at maturity. It acts almost as a dwarf variety. Blooms are dark purple color. Species occur along washes throughout SW USA as a small deciduous tree. Narrow light green leaves give aweeping appearance. Seed pods remain during winter. Needs full sun and a well drained site. - Mountain States Nursery

 

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Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Lavender, Purple

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.