Indian Bean Tree | Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea'
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Indian Bean Tree
Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea'
- Bright yellow leaves, perfect for bringing a splash of colour to your garden
- Large, heart-shaped, velvety foliage begins with a bronze shade and develops into a clear yellow, turning yellow/green in late summer
- For smaller spaces, your Indian Bean Tree can be cut back and grown as a multi stem, which will develop even bigger leaves
- As the tree matures, creamy white, foxglove-like flowers with purple and yellow spotted throats appear in June/July, followed by long, slender seed pods
- Grows up to 12x10m
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Indian Bean Tree can be grown in a pot initially. Start with a 50cm pot. Depending on its vigour, it may need moving to the ground after a few years. Ensure adequate drainage and water regularly during warm weather above 20°C.
How big does it get?
The Indian Bean Tree 'Aurea' reaches a height of 10 to 12 metres, with a spread of 8 to 10 metres, although it can be maintained at a smaller size with regular pruning.
How much sunlight does this need?
Indian Bean Tree prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to thrive.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Indian Bean Tree prefers moist, well-drained soil, but is highly adaptable to a variety of garden soil types, withstanding temperatures down to -10°C. Provide a 5cm layer of mulch to protect the roots.
How much watering does this plant need?
Indian Bean Tree requires regular watering, especially during its first few years of establishment. Provide approximately 10 to 20 litres of water per week, ensuring the soil remains moist but well-drained. During hot weather above 25°C, increase watering frequency to prevent the roots from drying out.
Will this plant need pruning?
Indian Bean Tree should be pruned in late winter or early spring while dormant, removing any dead, diseased, or crossing branches.
How hardy is this plant?
Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' is fully hardy with an RHS rating of H6, withstanding temperatures from -15°C to -20°C across the UK.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, itâs fair to say Mikeâs done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, weâre proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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