Chitalpa tashkentensis (Desert Willow)

Chitalpa tashkentensis, commonly known as Desert Willow, is a hybrid plant resulting from a cross between Chilopsis linearis and Catalpa bignonioides. The plant features lance-shaped, gray-green leaves and produces stunning trumpet-shaped flowers with shades of pink, white, or lavender. Desert Willow is known for its ability to thrive in arid climates and is often used in water-wise gardens. It is a fast-growing deciduous tree that can reach a height of 20 to 30 feet and has a spread of 15 to 20 feet.