Indian Bean Tree – Catalpa bignonioides

A bold and beautiful statement tree for the British garden, the Indian Bean Tree is prized for its spectacular summer display and dramatic tropical-looking foliage. Enormous heart-shaped leaves — some of the largest of any hardy tree — create a lush, architectural canopy that brings a touch of the exotic to any outdoor space.

In midsummer, the tree erupts into clusters of showy white flowers, delicately marked with purple and yellow, attracting bees and pollinators. These are followed by long, slender bean-like seed pods that hang dramatically through autumn and into winter, adding year-round interest.

Despite its exotic appearance, Catalpa bignonioides is fully hardy across the UK and surprisingly low-maintenance once established. It thrives in a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil and is an excellent choice for a focal point in a lawn or large border.

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Key features:

• Huge ornamental heart-shaped leaves
• Showy white flower clusters in July–August
• Distinctive long seed pods for autumn/winter interest
• Fully hardy and low-maintenance
• Ideal as a specimen or focal point tree