30 Catalpa, Catalpa speciosa, Northern, Tree Seeds, (Fast, Showy, Hardy)

Other Names: Northern Catalpa, Hardy Catalpa, Western Catalpa, Cigar Tree, Catawba Tree
Zone: 4 to 8
Growth Rate: Fast
Plant Type: Medium Sized Deciduous Tree
Family: Bignoniaceae
Native Range: United States
Height: 40 to 70 feet
Spread: 20 to 50 feet
Shape: Rounded to Irregular
Bloom Time: May to June
Bloom Color: White
Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade
Fall Color: None to Yellow
Drought Tolerance:
Water: Medium to Wet
Maintenance: Medium
Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Easily grown in average, medium to wet, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Tolerant of a wide range of soil conditions including both wet and dry soils. Tolerant of seasonal flooding. Prefers moist fertile loams.


Sowing Catalpa speciosa Seeds:
For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.
Scarify: Soak in water for 24 hours
Stratify: Cold 0-30 days, 40 Degrees F in a Moist Medium (Not wet).
Germination: Sow 1/4” Deep, Keep moist, (Not wet).