Description

A multi-stemmed selection that can be trained to a single trunk; fragrant burgundy-violet blooms from late spring until fall; produces fewer of the weeping pods that persist into winter; drought tolerant, watering should be deep and infrequent

Landscape Attributes

Sweet Katie Burgundy Desert Willow is a multi-stemmed deciduous tree with a rounded form and gracefully weeping branches. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.

Sweet Katie Burgundy Desert Willow is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Planting & Growing

Sweet Katie Burgundy Desert Willow will grow to be about 20 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 3 feet from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more.

This tree does best in full sun to partial shade. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is not particular as to soil pH, but grows best in sandy soils. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This is a selection of a native North American species. It can be propagated by cuttings; however, as a cultivated variety, be aware that it may be subject to certain restrictions or prohibitions on propagation.