A fast-growing deciduous tree that produces tubular orchid-like flowers in shades of pink, purple, or white throughout summer and fall. Highly drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established, making it excellent for hot, dry climates.
Overview
Form
spreading, multi-stemmed
Growth Rate
fast
Size
20–30′ tall × 20–30′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Tolerances & Soil
moderate
Zone 6aZone 10b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 6a to Zone 10b
pH Range
68
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 6 to 8
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SummerFall
Sub-canopy
Smaller trees living beneath the canopy.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
pioneerearly successional
Native Range
Central Asia (hybrid of Catalpa bignonioides × Chilopsis linearis)
