Catalpa 'Purpurea' (Purple Indian Bean Tree)
Catalpa 'Purpurea'
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Common Name : Purple Indian Bean Tree
Latin Name Catalpa bignonioides 'Purpurea'
Soil: fertile, well-drained
Position : Full sun
Hardiness : hardy
Eventual height/ spread : 15/15m
Special features: Large bean tree with attractive purple foliage.
Catalpa bignonioides 'Purpurea' is an attractive bean tree with rich dark purple foliage. This moderately growing tree has an upright and broad headed growth pattern. This tree an be slightly susceptible to strong winds and will be favorable in a sheltered position in a deep moist loam.
This Catalpa Tree is supplied in a 5 litre container suitable for planting all year round. The total height of this half standard tree is approximately 1.2-1.5m (4-5ft).
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B/R (Bare Root) - The traditional way to buy deciduous trees and shrubs. Perfect for planting between November and March.
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