Flowering & Ornamental

Bubba Desert Willow

Name: Bubba Desert Willow
Brand: Arbor Buddy
SKU: 79790-424
Availability: InStock

Chilopsis linearis 'Bubba'

Bubba Desert Willow delivers a graceful, airy canopy that brings movement and light to the lands

$450

Ships in 1-3 weeks (freight).

Height: 2 ft.

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2 ft.

$450

Drought TolerantHeat TolerantLong Bloom

A fast, easy way to a finished landscape

A fast grower — expect quick, satisfying progress every season.

Growth rate: Fast
Mature size: 20 - 25 ft. tall · 15 - 20 ft. wide
Hardy in: USDA zones 6–9

Drought Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Long Bloom

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Grown to thrive. Established, well-rooted plants shipped at the right size — not bare twigs.

Matched to your zone. Set your USDA zone and we show you exactly what will flourish where you live.

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About this tree

Bubba Desert Willow delivers a graceful, airy canopy that brings movement and light to the landscape, then follows with a long bloom show from late spring to fall. Fast growing to about 20 to 25 feet tall and 15 to 20 feet wide, it quickly becomes a standout accent or small shade tree. Exceptionally drought and heat tolerant, it thrives in waterwise designs and sunny, tough spots. Hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9, it suits courtyards, poolside plantings, and inviting front-yard focal points.

USDA hardiness zones 6–9

Set your zone in the header to see if this tree thrives where you live.

Plant details

Mature height: 20 - 25 ft.
Mature width: 15 - 20 ft.
Growth rate: Fast
USDA zones: 6-9
Sunlight: Full Sun
Water needs: Low
Soil: Sandy, well-drained
Spacing: 15 - 20 ft.
Bloom season: Late Spring to Fall

Full planting & care

Planting+

Choose a spot with full sun and sandy, well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep, set the tree so the top of the root ball is level with the ground, backfill, and water in well. Space about 15 - 20 ft. from other plants.

Watering+

Drought tolerant once established — water deeply but infrequently, letting the soil dry between waterings.

Fertilizing+

Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. A second light feeding in early summer supports vigorous growth. Avoid fertilizing late in the season.

Pruning+

Prune in late winter while dormant to remove any dead or crossing branches and to shape. Minimal pruning is needed otherwise.

Frequently asked questions

How big does it get?+

At maturity it reaches about 20 - 25 ft. tall and 15 - 20 ft. wide, so give it room.

What growing zones does it suit?+

It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9.

Shipping

Delivery method: Curbside freight, nationwide (lower 48)
Shipping cost: $149 flat per order
Lead time: Ships in 1–3 weeks; carrier schedules a delivery window

Compare similar trees

	Bubba Desert WillowThis tree	Rise 'N Shine Eastern Redbud	Desert Willow	Thunderstruck Coral Boom Crape Myrtle	Cherry Plum
Mature height	20 - 25 ft.	8 ft. - 12 ft.	15 ft. - 30 ft.	8 ft. - 12 ft.	15 ft. - 25 ft.
Mature width	15 - 20 ft.	8 ft. - 12 ft.	15 ft. - 25 ft.	6 ft. - 10 ft.	15 ft. - 20 ft.
Growth rate	Fast	Moderate	Moderate	Fast	Moderate
Sunlight	Full Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun
USDA zones	6–9	4–9	7–11	7–9	5–8

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