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Indian Bean Tree - Catalpa bignonioides
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Indian Bean Tree - Catalpa bignonioides
Few deciduous trees command a landscape with the authority of Catalpa bignonioides. Its oversized foliage, showy spring florals, and striking winter silhouette deliver year-round presence, at a scale that makes an immediate statement on any serious property.
Why Indian Bean Tree
Architectural foliage: Broad, heart-shaped leaves reaching 30cm or more create a bold, layered canopy with genuine visual weight.
Ornamental flowering: Clusters of creamy white blooms with purple and yellow markings appear in spring on mature specimens.
Deep summer shade: A wide-spreading canopy delivers substantial coverage across lawns, terraces, and open expanses.
Winter structure: Long, distinctive seed pods persist through winter, adding sculptural interest to the bare canopy.
Soil adaptability: Performs reliably across a range of soil types and conditions, well suited to Australian temperate climates.
Ideal Applications
Specimen feature planting: Positioned as a standalone focal point within estate grounds or prestige residential properties.
Canopy shade over lawns and terraces: Delivers functional, large-scale shade without sacrificing aesthetic refinement.
Park and estate landscapes: A natural fit for expansive, formal, or heritage-influenced planting schemes.
Seasonal interest anchor: Provides distinct visual character across all four seasons, from spring flower to winter pod.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 8–12m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring
Soil & Drainage: Adaptable to a wide range of soils; prefers moist, fertile, well-drained loam but tolerates clay and occasional waterlogging
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two years until established, mulching around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Stake young trees in exposed positions to prevent wind rock while the root system develops.
Plant Details
Height: 10–15m
Width: 8–12m
Growth Rate: Fast
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: South-eastern United States
Flower Colour: White
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
