Catalpa bignonioides - 60-80 CM P11

Description
The Indian bean tree (Catalpa bignonioides) is a roundish tree that produces white flowers arranged in panicles. They appear from June to July. Brown, pod-shaped capsules emerge from these. They are large. The Indian bean tree also has heart-shaped, medium green leaves. Its bark is dark grey, longitudinally furrowed.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive yellow autumn colouring * Resistant to urban climates, tolerant of flooding, can be built over

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Indian bean trees are medium green, heart-shaped and opposite. They are about 10 - 20 cm tall. Indian bean tree turns bright yellow in autumn.

Bark
Dark grey, longitudinally furrowed bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Indian bean tree has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Roundish.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white flowers of Indian bean tree appear in panicles from June to July.

Use
Solitary, park

Root
Catalpa bignonioides is a heartroot.