Pink Dawn chitalpa typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Pink Dawn chitalpa
x Chitalpa tashkentensis 'Pink Dawn'
The Pink Dawn chitalpa tree is a captivating species of deciduous shrub with a bushy, upright habit. It is a hybrid of the desert willow and Chilopsis linearis. Its long, open branches produce an intricate, weeping silhouette. In mid-summer, its branches become awash with clusters of bell-shaped, rosy pink flowers that will remain in view until the first frosts of winter. Its grey-green foliage provides a beautiful contrast to the bell-shaped petals. It is hardy and is best planted in sunny, well-drained areas, where it can reach a height of over 6 ft. With its stunning display in all seasons, the Pink Dawn chitalpa is an attractive addition to any garden.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Greenwood Cuttings
Hardiness Zone:
6
Flowers:
Showy, Pink Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
pink Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,pink
Growth Rate:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Pink Dawn chitalpa should be watered deeply once every 2 weeks in the spring and summer months. During the fall and winter months, when the plant's growth slows, water only enough to keep the soil from completely drying out. When watering, thoroughly saturate the soil beneath the canopy of the tree until water begins to trickle from the base of the trunk; do not overwater. Make sure the soil has time to dry out between waterings. Additionally, Pink Dawn Chitalpa may require supplemental irrigation during extended periods of extreme heat.
sunlight
Pink Dawn chitalpa is best suited to full sun, receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. For best flowering, Pink Dawn chitalpa should be given bright sunlight early in the morning, then shade or partial sun in the afternoon. This will help the plant maintain a cooler temperature during the hottest part of the day, while still getting enough sunlight for vibrant flowering and healthy growth.
pruning
Pink Dawn Chitalpa should be pruned twice a year, once during the summer months and once in late winter. When pruning, it is important to remove any dead or diseased branches, as well as any branches that are crossing or rubbing against each other. During the summer pruning, it is best to remove no more than 1-third of the growth. This will help encourage further flowering. During winter pruning, it is best to cut back any new growth in order to maintain a desired shape or size for the plant. This species may also need to be pruned for containment purposes, depending on the space it is planted in.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Oct
Nov
Dec
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May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Pink Dawn chitalpa typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from the species called x Chitalpa tashkentensis 'Pink Dawn' is in July and August.
