Desert Orchid

About Desert Orchid

Uncommon cross between the desert willow tree native to Mexico and the Southwest, Chilopsis linearis, and the Minnesota-hardy Catalpa tree. Probably best grown as a container shrub that is wintered indoors. Grows quickly. Might survive outdoors in the right micro-climate, dying back to the ground and returning in spring. Blooms on new wood in early summer. Drought-tolerant, but requires good air circulation.