Indian Bean Tree - Catalpa bignonioides - 20/40cm Sapling - 9cm Pot

• Exotic-looking deciduous tree with large heart-shaped leaves
• Produces stunning white, orchid-like flowers in late spring or early summer
• Fast-growing and pollution-tolerant, ideal for urban gardens
• Long seed pods provide winter interest and give the tree its common name
• Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier

The Indian Bean Tree, botanically known as Catalpa bignonioides, is a charming deciduous tree that brings a touch of the exotic to UK gardens. Despite its name, it's not from India but native to the southeastern United States. This tree is prized for its large, heart-shaped leaves and showy flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer. The flowers are white with purple and yellow inner spotting, resembling orchids, and grow in upright panicles. They're followed by long, slender seed pods that look like beans, giving the tree its common name. These pods hang on the tree well into winter, adding interest to the garden long after the leaves have fallen. The Indian Bean Tree has a broad, spreading canopy that provides excellent shade, making it a perfect specimen tree for larger gardens. It's also a great choice for urban settings as it's tolerant of pollution. This tree grows relatively quickly and can reach heights of 10-15 metres, developing an attractive rounded crown. Choose a well-draining location with full sun to partial shade for your Catalpa bignonioides. Ensure that the tree has enough space to grow without crowding other plants. This tree is adaptable to different soil types but prefers fertile, loamy soil. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent waterlogged roots, which can be detrimental to the tree's health. Spring or early autumn is the best time to plant Catalpa bignonioides in the UK, allowing it to establish its root system before the onset of extreme weather. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of the tree to help retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and insulate the roots from temperature extremes. Prune the tree in late winter or early spring to remove any dead or damaged branches and to maintain its shape. Catalpa bignonioides can be pruned to encourage a more compact growth habit. Young tree may benefit from staking or support to help them establish an upright growth habit. While t