Catalpa x erubescens 'Purpurea'

Also Known As

Catalpa erubescens 'Purpurea'
Indian Bean Tree

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-50'
W: 20'-40'

planting zones

5a-10b

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Catalpa x erubescens 'Purpurea' plant details

Catalpa x erubescens 'Purpurea' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by brown and green fruit. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Catalpa x erubescens 'Purpurea'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: bignoniaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 30 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: heart-shaped leaves, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Catalpa x erubescens 'Purpurea'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This grand specimen puts on a show in spring when the huge (10-16") heart-shaped leaves open deep-dark purple on this lovely spreading 40-50' tree. Early summer finds this beauty adorned with splendid panicles of white foxglove-like flowers, which contrast perfectly with the greenish-purple summer leaves, this is a real beauty. Catalpa are commonly called 'Indian Bean' trees due to the long, showy bean-shaped fruits that hang in fall. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Can be treated the same way as C. bignonioides ‘Aurea’, but we have left our plant alone and it is 30’ X 15’ and offers deep purple new growth with white flowers in July. Only a few plants available.