Common Name
Northern Catalpa (white)
Scientific Name
Catalpa speciosa
Hardiness Zone
4a [-25 to -30]
Tolerances
Drought
Tolerant
Poor Drainage
Tolerant
Alkaline Soil
Tolerant
Salt
Moderate
Shade
Moderate
Air Pollution
Tolerant
Soil Volume
20
Planting Area
- Large
Features of Interest
Flower
Fruit
Form
Upright oval
Mature Height
60 feet
Crown Spread
40 feet
Limitations
- Weak wood and/or branch structure
- Litter/sanitation nuisance
- Potentially invasive species
Additional Information
Coarse large leaves. Tough tree for large landscapes. Not recommended for streets or smaller residential areas. Very adaptable.