If you’re striving for a classic garden look that also attracts bees and other pollinators, roses are an excellent choice.
If you need some alternatives to hydrangeas, we have suggestions! Maybe you already have a bunch or maybe the deer love them too.
we’re sharing answers to the five most commonly asked questions we get about hydrangeas in the summer to help you get back to just enjoying the view.
A completely new plant! El Niño desert orchid is a hybrid between a desert willow (Chilopsis linearis) and catalpa (Catalpa sp.). Both plants are native to North America and have passed on some really neat characteristics to this remarkable new plant. It’s ready to move into your garden and brave poor soils, dry heat, and even deer to deliver deliciously fragrant orchid-like flowers to your space.
Why grow El Niño desert orchid?
– Fabulous garden performance with its heat tolerance and deer resistance
– Deliciously fragrant and delicate flowers
– Long bloom time
| Zone | 6, 7, 8, 9 |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 5-8' |
| Width/Spread | 4-6' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Sun |
| Soil | Average, Well-drained |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring |
| Uses | Borders, Screening, Specimen |
| Features | Deer resistant, Fragrant, Heat tolerant, Landscape plant, Reblooming, Tree |
| Blooms On | Old and new wood |
| Breeder | Dr. Tom Ranney |
Light: Thrives in a spot that is situated in direct sunlight for a minimum of four hours and up to all-day exposure.
Soil: Prefers well-draining soil.
Water: Average water needs.
Fertilizing: Not needed. Enjoys growing in poor soil.
Pruning: If pruning is desired, do so in the early spring.
Other: It can be grown as a shrub or a small tree. Shape accordingly.
