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Catalpa szechuanica - early summer leaves

Catalpa szechuanica

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(Chinese Catalpa) An unusual small to medium sized, rounded tree in the UK once established. It is deciduous with large, dark green heart shaped leaves in summer and upright spikes of handsome white flowers spotted with purple in early summer once established.

Best flower display in a position with plenty of sun and a little shelter from strong winds.

Limited availability this year.

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  • 3 litre pot (2-3 years old, 40-60 cm tall)

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An unusual small to medium sized, rounded tree in the UK once established. It is deciduous with large, dark green heart shaped leaves in summer and upright spikes of handsome white flowers spotted with purple in early summer once established.

Best flower display in a position with plenty of sun and a little shelter from strong winds.

  • Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
  • Soil: Fertile, well drained soil.
  • Hardiness: Hardy. This Catalpa requires a sheltered position in Northern parts of the UK and generally grows best when planted in a position protected from strong winds.
  • Flowering Period: June - July.
  • Rate of Growth: Moderate.
  • Habit: Catalpa szechuanica grows to be a small or eventually medium sized tree with a spreading, rounded crown once established.
    • Height: 8 - 10 m (26 - 32 ft)
    • Spread: 6 - 8 m (20 - 26 ft)

How Much Sun
Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size
Tree - Small (4m - 8m), Tree - Medium (8m - 15m)
Growing Conditions
Soil: Alkaline, Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Dry/Sandy, Soil: Acid
Special Features
Flowers in Summer, Wildlife Friendly - Bees, Rare and Unusual, Honey Fungus Resistant, Foliage - Unusual Shape
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