Plant Database
Morning Cloud Chitalpa
Chitalpa tashkentensis ‘Morning Cloud’
Morning Cloud Chitalpa is a fast-growing, heat-loving small tree that delivers months of delicate floral beauty with minimal water. A hybrid between Desert Willow and Catalpa, it combines the best of both: long, willow-like leaves, prolific clusters of frilly, orchid-like pink and white flowers all summer, and exceptional drought tolerance. It's an ideal, low-maintenance choice for a quick shade or focal point in hot, dry gardens.
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Blooms profusely from early summer into fall with large, showy clusters of frilly, trumpet-shaped flowers in soft pink and white.
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Features a graceful, airy canopy of long, bright green leaves that provide light, filtered shade, perfect for patios or seating areas.
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Exceptionally heat and drought tolerant once established, thriving in full sun with very low water requirements—perfect for xeriscaping.
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Fast-growing and adaptable to a variety of well-drained soils, including poor soils. It is generally pest and disease-free.
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Its long blooming season and tough nature make it a superior alternative to more water-needy flowering trees.