Chilopsis linearis ‘Lucretia Hamilton’, desert willow early bloomer then green splashed with white

then green splashed with white

Constellations of creamy yellow flowers marked with a fine dark brown line top short stems

The yellowish-green spring flowers don't amount to much

pendent racemes that are a pretty mix of lighter pinks and white in early spring on an upright shrub

and peeling bark is an attractive feature in winter

Chilopsis linearis ‘Lucretia Hamilton’, desert willow early bloomer then green splashed with whiteChilopsis linearis Lucretia Hamilton is a large shrub (or small tree) with a single trunk and narrow leaves which give a willow effect. Its fragrant trumpet blooms all through the summer and heat tolerance make it a desirable garden addition. The species' native habitat ranges from the southwestern United States and into north central Mexico. The cultivar "Lucretia Hamilton" is notable for more cold hardiness and saturated dark magenta blooms compared