Catalpa speciosa #3
Catalpa speciosa #3
Northern Catalpa
Large native tree
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NATIVE - Vigorous, irregularly branched, native deciduous tree, perfect for droughty sites. Blooms in late spring with showy, large trussed, white flowers which are followed by long pods that persist thru winter. Foliage is massive, tropically lush and dark green with little fall color. Good city tree due to its tolerance of high heat and drought.
Botanical Name- Catalpa speciosa
Pronunciation- kuh-TAL-puh spee-see-OH-suh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 35 ft
Mature Height- 60 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, fertile, deep soil, but very tolerant of most soils
Current Size- #3
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Fauna Attracted- Bees (large flowers), hummingbirds, seed-eating birds once pods open
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C40
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
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