Northern Catalpa Starter Tree (1–2 ft) Fast Growing Summer Flowering Specimen

Upgrade your landscape with the majestic Northern Catalpa (Catalpa speciosa). Offered as a well rooted 1–2 ft starter tree for just $20, this budget friendly live plant brings rapid growth, dramatic summer blooms, and broad shade to any property. In early to mid summer, Northern Catalpas produce large clusters of fragrant, orchid like white flowers adorned with yellow and purple interior throat markings. Paired with massive, heart shaped leaves and distinct, long seed pods, it serves as an unforgettable lawn focal point or a dense, natural property edge tree.

Product Specifications Feature Details Current Height 1–2 feet (Live, well-rooted starter sapling) 

Mature Dimensions 40–60 ft Tall × 20–40 ft Wide USDA Zones 4 – 8 Sun Exposure Full Sun to Partial Shade

Soil Preference Highly adaptable; tolerates moist, dry, acidic, or alkaline soils

Growth Rate Fast (12–24 inches per year)

Landscape Value Specimen tree, property border/edge tree, shade tree

Why Choose Northern Catalpa?

Sensational Summer Blooms: Unlike early spring bloomers whose flowers fade fast, Catalpa puts on a show in early summer when few other large trees bloom. Rapid Property Screening: Excellent for planting along fence lines, property edges, or acreage borders for quick coverage and wind protection.Pollinator & Wildlife Magnet: Rich in nectar, the dramatic flowers attract bees, hummingbirds, and beneficial wildlife.

Unbeatable Value: Premium live tree genetics shipped directly to your door for only $20.

Planting & Initial Care Unbox Promptly: Unpack your tree immediately upon arrival and soak the roots in water for 1–2 hours before planting.

Site Selection: Choose a spot with direct sunlight and adequate space to accommodate its mature canopy.

Planting: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root mass and equal in depth. Secure the sapling, backfill with native soil, and water deeply.Mulch & Water: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of organic mulch around the base (keeping mulch away from the trunk directly) and keep the soil consistently moist during its first growing season.

DISCLAIMER – DUE TO EXCESSIVE COSTS OF SHIPPING THE MAXIMUM SIZE BOX WE WILL SHIP A TREE/SHRUB IN IS 4’. TREES THAT ARE TALLER THAN THIS WILL BE PRUNED BACK TO FIT IN THE BOX. IF THIS PRACTICE BOTHERS YOU DO NOT PURCHASE OR REQUEST A SPECIAL SHIPPING QUOTE. WE ADVISE THAT THE BEST TIME TO SHIP IS FROM OCTOBER TO MAY. DURING THE OUT OF DORMANCY PERIOD WHICH IS TYPICALLY MAY TO OCTOBER WE STRONGLY URGE TO PAY THE SHIPPING CHARGE FOR EXPRESS DELIVERY TO AVOID PLANT LOSS.  SHIPPING DURING THE OUT OF DORMANCY PERIOD CAN BE EXTREMELY STRESSFUL TO ANY LIVING PLANT. ON MOST OCCASIONS, PLANTS WILL SURVIVE THAT STRESS AND GO ON TO THRIVE. HOWEVER, OCCASIONALLY SOME WILL PERISH. WE DO NOT GUARANTEE TREES THAT WE DON’T PLANT, SO ONLINE SALES ARE AS IS. WE DO NOT SHIP TREES IN CONTAINERS/POTS AS TO AVOID EXCESSIVE SHIPPING CHARGES. WE SECURE TREE ROOTS IN LARGE PLASTIC BAGS PACKED WITH WET MEDIUM. IF YOU WISH TO SPECIFY A SHIP DATE, PLEASE INCLUDE A NOTE WITH YOUR ORDER. OTHER WISE IT WILL SHIP AS SOON AS WERE ABLE. WE DO NOT ACCEPT CANCELLATIONS ONCE AN ORDER IS PLACED. PLEASE KNOW WHAT YOU ARE ORDERING. SHIPPING TO ALASKA AND HAWAII IS EXTRA. OUR SHIPPING TIMEFRAME IS AN ESTIMATE NOT A GUARANTEE AS WE ARE AFFECTED BY WEATHER EVENTS, STAFFING ETC. LIKE US ON TIK TOK