Catalpa speciosa - Northern Catalpa

A tree that grabs your attention, the northern catalpa is a moderately large deciduous tree with white, showy (and fragrant) flowers, massive heart-shaped leaves, and dangling bean-like seed pods that persist through the winter), supported by a massive trunk and twisting branches Type: Tree Native Range: United States Zone: 4 to 8 Height: 40.00 to 70.00 feet Spread: 20.00 to 50.00 feet Bloom Time: May to June Bloom Description: White with purple and yellow interior spotting Sun: Full sun to part shade Water: Medium to wet Maintenance: Medium Suggested Use: Shade Tree, Rain Garden Flower: Showy Fruit: Showy Tolerate: Deer, Drought, Clay Soil, Air Pollution