81. Catalpa speciosa

Common name(s): Northern Catalpa, Hardy Catalpa, Western Catalpa, Catawba, Cigar Tree

Plant type: deciduous medium tree
Primary method of propagation: seed

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: late winter
Time of year to sow seed: spring
Seed treatment : none
Preferred temperature for germination : 70-85 degrees F
Time required for germination : 2 weeks
Comment: A pine needle mulch is recommended. Seeds should be covered with 1/8