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Western Catalpa

A flowering tree with green leaves and white blossoms stands in a grassy field against a clear blue sky.
Tree with green leaves, white flowers, and long brown seed pods against a clear blue sky.
Tree branches covered in frost against a blue sky.
A flowering tree with green leaves and white blossoms stands in a grassy field against a clear blue sky.
Tree with green leaves, white flowers, and long brown seed pods against a clear blue sky.
Tree branches covered in frost against a blue sky.

Plant Information

Common name: Western Catalpa

Scientific name: Catalpa speciosa

Water usage: Moderate to high

Sun exposure: Full, part sun

Fire resistant: No

Wildlife: Attracts pollinators, is deer tolerant 

Native: No

Height: 40 to 60 feet

Spread: 20 to 40 feet

Care information

Air pollution tolerant, showy flowers, variable/well drained soil