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Umbrella Catalpa
Catalpa bungei
Umbrella Catalpa
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A dense, rounded tree with very large, medium-green, heart-shaped leaves. This form rarely, if ever, blossoms.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
Quick answers
How big does Umbrella Catalpa get?
About 30' tall and 30' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Umbrella Catalpa need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Umbrella Catalpa need?
Moderate water use.
Will Umbrella Catalpa grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Umbrella Catalpa in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Umbrella Catalpa wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.