Umbrella Catalpa

Unusual shape

Botanical Name- Catalpa bignonioides 'Nana'

Pronunciation- kuh-TAL-puh big-noh-nee-OY-deez

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 10 ft

Mature Height- 15 ft

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, fertile, deep soil, but very tolerant of most soils

Current Size- #15

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Fauna Attracted- Bees (large flowers), hummingbirds, seed-eating birds once pods open

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C41

Yearly Care Instructions- Remove suckers and dead branches in late winter; water in dry spells and fertilize if growth is slow.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead branches.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil to encourage deep root systems.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone

Possible Issues- Catalpa sphinx moth, leaf spot