Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa) Balled & Burlaped, 50-100 lbs.

This large tree, 40-70 feettall and 20-40 feet wide, grows fairly quickly to an upright and distinct shape that provides interesting character. Its large leaves, 6-12 inches long and 3-8 inches wide, are bright green in summer, turning yellow-green to brown but often fall before turning. Its showy, large white flowers (orange and purple spots on insides) appear in May to June followed by seedpods, 8-16 inch long, persisting into fall and winter. The Northern Catalpa tree should be pruned for strong branches because its wood is brittle and can break in early or late snowstorms or high winds. This tree tolerates different soil types and can handle alkaline soil and drought well. It has few insect and disease problems.