Catalpa bungei - 1/2 STDS C7.5

Description
The Indian bean tree (Catalpa bungei) is a garden plant that produces pale pink flowers. These appear from June to July. In a sunny to semi-shaded, sheltered position with well-drained, loose, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 8 m and spreads to approx. 8 m.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Catalpa bungei f. heterophylla, Catalpa heterophylla, Catalpa syringifolia.

Spread
North China.

Frost hardiness
The Indian bean tree has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Catalpa bungei can reach a height of 6–8 m and a width of 6–8 m.

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 ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The light pink flowers appear from June to July.

Use
Solitary, park