Despite it’s name and resemblance to Willow trees, Chilopsis Linearis is not a Willow tree. It’s more closely related to Catalpa Bignonioides (Catalpa Tree or Cigar Tree). The form is certainly Willow-like and we are hoping as it matures it will create a nice shaded area on the patio for us to enjoy in the summer. The pink, white and yellow trumpet shaped flowers have a pleasant scent and are attractive to butterflies, songbirds and hummingbirds. The seed pods form in autumn and burst open in winter revealing small flat seeds with wing-like hairs. These are really easy to germinate in potting soil.