Chitalpa tashkentensis
Chitalpa
Description
This medium size deciduous tree grows rapidly to 20-30' high and as wide, producing long, pointed, deep green leaves. Upon these leaves grow the pink to white trumpet shaped flowers with purple markings. Over a long season, these flowers will appear in showy clusters.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
n/a
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Walkways
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.