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CATALPA bignonioides
Commonly known as Indian bean tree, Southern catalpa
White flowers with yellow and purple markings
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Deciduous - large, mid-green leaves, heart-shaped at the base, to 25cm (10in) long.
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Height - 15m (49ft) -
Spread - 15m (49ft)
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Tree - spreading habit. Flowers are borne in upright panicles 20-30cm (8-12in) tall followed by slender pods to 40cm (16in) long.
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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.
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Hardiness - Fully hardy
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Seasonal Interest - Summer
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Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tree Shape - Rounded to broadly spreading
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Wildlife - Bee friendly
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Catalpa - Growing Guide
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Buy Varieties of CATALPA bignonioides
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Commonly known as: Golden-leafed catalpa, Indian bean tree.
Bright gold foliage
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