Potted Southern Catalpa Tree (starter tree)(Catalpa Bignonioides)
Southern Catalpa Tree
Catalpa Bignonioides
Catalpas are another multi faceted tree species that everyone needs a few of. They are famous for the free fish bait they can host, known as catalpa sphinx moth larvae, and for their showy flower display. One “catawba worm,” fresh or frozen can catch several fish due to their tough skin, but there will be no need to skimp on the bait cause there will be plenty to use. Any leftovers will be gladly eaten up by critters like turkeys who happen by your bait orchard. Erosion issues? Catalpas have very vigorous root systems that quickly take charge and hold a site in place. Acid or alkaline, moist or dry, hot or cold, catalpa can handle it.
Zone: 5 - 10
Mature Height: 60'
Wildlife Value: Host plant for Catalpa worms which make great fishing bait.
Site Preference: Best growth occurs in moist bottomland soils but can tolerate upland sites.
Fruit Maturity Date: Showy flowers late spring followed by long seed pods in late Summer
Alias: Catalpa, Worm Tree
State regulations
*Due to the Japanese Beetle Quarantine, all orders will be shipped bare-root to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WA, unless buyer is willing to pay the $5 Phytosanitary Certification Fee.
Specials
Special: Buy 3 potted plants or trees, get one free! Just put in a note which one you'd like or we will send you the same as your others. We ship in small containers, about 18oz plastic cups. This helps greatly to almost eliminate transplant shock. Many species of trees do not have a good survival rate when transplanted bare-root. This also allows you to plant your trees faster. These trees have been acclimated to the hot sun, but shouldn't be placed immediately into the sun again when received. Just slide out of container or cut container and plant. Make sure to water 2-3 times a week for the first year or so.
ALL PLANTS AND TREES ARE NOW DORMANT
Pick-up Orders
For local customers and all other pickup orders.
Prices are as follows:
18oz plastic cups: $5-6 plus tax
Gallon size containers $10- 12 plus tax
2-25 gallon size pre-order only. Contact us for more details/questions.
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