Burgundy Desert Willow

Chilopsis linearis ‘Burgundy’ is a named desert willow selection grown for purplish-red flowers. It is a deciduous member of a species that forms small trees or large shrubs in the warm, dry landscapes of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. ## Cultivar identity and use [Trees and Shrubs Online](https://www.treesandshrubsonline.org/articles/chilopsis/chilopsis-linearis/) lists ‘Burgundy Lace’ as an alternative name for ‘Burgundy’ and describes the flowers as purplish red. [Utah State University Extension](https://extension.usu.edu/treebrowser/catalog/desertwillow) also lists ‘Burgundy’ among desert willow cultivars. The exact selection is best placed where its flowers can be seen against the open branches. ## Siting Give the plant full sun and well-drained soil, and allow enough room for a woody crown. Across the species, desert willows grow near washes and stream corridors and perform in hot, dry regions; local soil drainage and rainfall should guide irrigation. Mature size and hardiness for this specific selection were not reported in the cultivar sources consulted, so use a local nursery’s guidance for placement. ## Seasonal interest The purplish-red flowers are the defining ornamental feature. Species-level references describe trumpet-shaped blooms during warm months and narrow foliage that drops in winter. ## Maintenance Water young plants while they establish and avoid overwatering poorly drained soil. Prune selectively to shape the crown and remove damaged or crossing branches.