Northern Catalpa

Catalpa speciosa

❄️ Zone 4-8☀️ full sun to part shade💧 moist, well-drained

(2 Reviews)

$22.00

The Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa), also known as the cigar tree, is a beautiful deciduous tree native to the eastern United States. It’s prized for its landscape benefits. Large, heart-shaped leaves provide ample shade during hot summer months. Fragrant, showy white flower clusters in spring attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The Northern Catalpa grows quickly, making it a great choice for creating a screen or privacy hedge.

Beyond its beauty, the Northern Catalpa has some practical uses. It is widely planted in parks, gardens, and along streets for its visual appeal. The wood is used for fence posts and other applications. If you’re looking for a fast-growing shade tree that benefits pollinators and adds beauty to your landscape, the Northern Catalpa is a great option to consider.

Plant Specifications

⚗️ pH Preference 5.5-7

📈 Growth Rate 12-24" per year

↕️ Mature Height 40-70'

↔️ Mature Width 20-50'

📐 Spacing 50' from structures and sewer lines

Native Range / Origin

AL AR CO CT DE GA IA IL IN KS KY LA Ma. Md ME MI MN MO MS NC NE NH NM NJ NY OK PA RI SC SD TN TX UT VA WI WV

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Customer Reviews

northern catalpa

Jack Aizenman

Rating: 5/5

Exactly what I wanted

It has only been 2 weeks, but the trees are still green and leafy. I do hope that they will take root and grow.

Fri Nov 01 2024 19:36:35 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

northern catalpa

Elizabeth

Rating: 5/5

Opportunity for a interesting flowering tree

Was glad to see Old House Trees was offering this plant. Not easily available in this area. Have gotten baby size plants in the past but too small to make it. This is a sturdier size - looking forward to finally see one grow & flower. Reasonable pricing for size offered; arrived in good condition

Thu May 02 2024 21:46:12 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)