HARDINESS:

6-9

POT SIZE:

2 Gallon

SIZE:

10’-15’ H x 8’-10’ W

SPACING:

8’-10’

PRUNE:

Prune to shape in early spring as new growth emerges

PLANT FOOD:

Apply a slow release fertilizer in early spring and repeat as directed

MULCH:

Keep a layer of mulch around the base of the plant year-round to conserve water and reduce weeds

IDEAS FOR USE:

A Chitalpa is a combination of a desert willow and a catalpa, meaning it combines the best of both worlds with traits like orchid-like flowers that are fragrant, easy to care for, heat and drought tolerant, and vigorous in growth rate.