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CATALPA bignonioides

Commonly known as Indian bean tree, Southern catalpa

White flowers with yellow and purple markings
Further Reading....

Small H/Std £55.00 each

Collect only available from our nursery nr Redruth in Cornwall Ready in 3 - 5 days
Delivery Information Normally 3 - 5 days
Courier Only due to the size of this plant.
plant size comparison icon 7.5 to 10 Litre
  • Deciduous - large, mid-green leaves, heart-shaped at the base, to 25cm (10in) long.
  • White
  • Height - 15m (49ft)
  • Spread - 15m (49ft)
  • Tree - spreading habit. Flowers are borne in upright panicles 20-30cm (8-12in) tall followed by slender pods to 40cm (16in) long.
  • Hardy - very cold winter - Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun - shelter from strong winds, and young plants from severe frosts.
  • Additional Features - Good to know - wildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. Named after the American indian tribe, Catawba and mistakenly recorded as Catalpa
  • Pests & Diseases - none.
  • Place of origin - southeastern USA.
  • Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Hardiness - Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest - Autumn
  • Summer
  • Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil
  • Tree Shape - Rounded to broadly spreading
  • Wildlife - Bee friendly
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Catalpa - Growing Guide
Trees - Care Guide
15m (49ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  15m (49ft)
  

Buy Varieties of CATALPA bignonioides

CATALPA bignonioides 'Aurea' AWARD

CATALPA bignonioides 'Aurea'  >


Commonly known as: Golden-leafed catalpa, Indian bean tree.
Bright gold foliage
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Large £35.00 each
Gift Wrapping available on this plant

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