Catalpa speciosa
Northern Catalpa, Catawba, Bean-Tree
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
12 - 20m
Width:
6 - 14m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Very High
Flooding Tolerance:
High
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Moderate
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Moderate
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Verticillium wilt can be an issue, which can cause branch/ limb death and severe cases can cause tree mortality.
Management Notes
None of significance