Audubon Native Northern Catalpa – #3 Container 4-5 Feet

Description

The National Audubon Society presents a new line of native plants and trees that helps birds and wildlife thrive in your area! The Audubon® Native Northern Catalpa Tree (Catalpa speciosa) features spicy scented wood. Historically used for woodworking and fragrant enough for dried potpourri!

However, the most well-known features of these hardy, native trees are the immense, 10-12 inch, heart-shaped leaves! This fast-growing ornamental Shade tree and Street tree is wonderful for homeowners looking to increase species diversity and help their backyard birds.

The blooms look like white Azaleas, and they open in big bunches throughout the canopy. Hummingbirds and native pollinators love the sweet nectar they contain! Going by many nicknames, including Cigar tree, Catawba Tree, Hardy Catalpa, Western Catalpa, and Indian Bean Tree. The latter due to the long, green bean-like seed pods that appear in fall and cling through winter.

Planting and Application:

Northern Catalpa Trees are impressive specimens. You’ll love to laze away under its wonderful shade. Strong limbs handle snowfall and storms making them ideal Windbreaks and shelterbelts.

If you have some room, consider restoring a portion of your property into a naturalized prairie. Even on medium-sized lots, Catalpa are a great choice to include in large Rain Gardens and planted in low areas to collect runoff and filter rainwater. They are also mighty bird-friendly nesting, shelter and cover for local and migratory birds and wildlife.

• Large, Fast-Growing Blooming Shade Tree
• Huge Heart-Shaped Foliage
• Attracts Song-Birds, Hummingbirds u0026amp; Butterflies u0026amp; Native Bees
• Shelterbelts u0026amp; Strong Windbreaks
• Caterpillar Host Plant – Catalpa SphinMoth “Catawba worms”

ProPlantTips for Care:

Catalpa Trees are one of the showiest native trees and can be found along streams, creeks, and rivers throughout the Midwest. Their roots are able to withstand wet soils, but please note those roots and their large size can become a problem if not Planted in the Right Location.

• Tolerates Wet Soils u0026amp; Average Conditions
• Drought u0026amp; Salt Tolerant u0026amp; Seasonal Flooding
• Full Sun u0026amp; Light Shade
• Prune When Dormant u0026amp; Remove Suckers
• Mulch New Trees Well

Mighty habitat for wildlife, the Audubon® Native Northern Catalpa Tree is a giant specimen that provides shade, shelter and unique beauty for your landscape – fast! Order today at NatureHills.com!

Audubon® Plant Information

Bird-Friendly native trees and plants provide food and shelter for local and migrating birds, as well as other wildlife. By purchasing and planting native flora, you will support Audubon’s conservation mission and impact, while helping birds and wildlife thrive!

• Grown Without Neonicotinoids
• Audubon® is Licensed u0026amp; Registered to the National Audubon Society
• May Not Be Available in Non-Native Regions, States or Countries – Check Here
• Audubon® Native Plants u0026amp; Trees are Exclusively Grown by Bower u0026amp; Branch