Texas Mountain Laurel prefers full sun exposure
Leaves and extra branches provide a small amount of insulation against frost
growing from a thick underground woody caudex/rootstock
Airflow & Sunlight (The "Bird Flight" Rule): A well-pruned 'Prairifire' should have a canopy open enough that a small bird could fly through the center without hitting its wings
Structural Thinning Late Winter Removing narrow "V" crotches and competing leaders
Willow Desert rock Texas Mountain Laurel prefers fullDescription: The Desert Willow is a small to medium sized deciduous tree known for its graceful, willow like foliage and showy, trumpet shaped flowers. Despite its name, it's not a true willow but rather a member of the Bignonia family. It typically grows to heights of 15 to 30 feet (4. 5 to 9 meters) tall, with a spread of 10 to 15 feet (3 to 4. 5 meters) wide. The leaves are long, narrow, and lance shaped, resembling those of true willows, and are a