Northern Catalpa
(Cigar Tree)
Catalpa Speciosa
Native to mid-western USA, this ornamental tree produces beautiful erect clusters of white flowers followed by long thin seed pods. Huge heart-shaped leaves emerge in June that are up to 12 inches long and 8 inches wide. Occasionally planted in New Brunswick as an ornamental but is one of the last trees to leaf-out in mid June. Male and female flowers are on the same tree but seed viability may improve from cross pollination if two or more trees are planted.
Additional information
| Foliage | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Locale | Native to North America |
| Height | Medium (30-60ft) |
| Width | Moderate |
| Form | Irregular, Oval |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Longevity | Moderate (50 to 100 years) |
| Hardiness Zones * | 4, 5 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs) |
| Soil Preferences * | Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining |
| Soil Tolerances | Dry, Slightly Alkaline, Wet |
| Other Tolerances | Occasional Flooding, Road Salt |
| Ornamental Interest | Flowers (attractive), Leaves (shape), Seeds |
| Wildlife Value | Bees (flowers), Hummingbirds (flowers), Insect Pollinators (flowers) |
| Seed Collection | Personally in NB |
| Planting Considerations | Late Leaf Out, Messy Leaf Litter, Messy Seed Litter, Prone to Ice Damage |
