| Name: | Chitalpa |
| Height: | 15-20′ |
| Width/Spread: | 15-20′ |
| Light: | Sun |
| Evergreen/Deciduous: | D |
| Seasonal Interest: | Spring, Summer |
| Color/Feature: | The azalea-like flowers and foliage are larger than desert willow and bloom throughout the summer. |
| EarthKindTM: | 10 |
| Maintenance: | Prune for shape or to raise canopy; remove suckers. |
| Botanical Name
& Comments: |
Chitalpa tashkentensis Hybrid between Desert Willow and Northern Catalpa. Relatively new tree. Unlike Desert Willow, it may be planted where drainage is a problem. |
Learn about other waterwise large shrubs and small trees for Lubbock County, compiled by Lubbock Master Gardener Association.