Catalpa x erubescens 'Purpurea' Formal Clip regularly for best colour

Clip regularly for best colour and to keep foliage dense

Plant in a sheltered location in full sun or dappled shade

or 'Holstein' or 'Granny Smith' (flower slightly earlier but usually overlap in season)

Fragrant white flowers produced in dome-like clusters

The tree is particularly effective when positioned to contrast dark evergreens in winter

Catalpa x erubescens 'Purpurea' Formal Clip regularly for best colourThis hybrid has young leaves and shoots that are dark purple, almost black, gradually becoming a luxurious jade green with purple blush in summer. Produces impressive upright 'candles' of white flowers with hints of orange and purple in summer. Requires a a spacious (grows to 8m wide) and sheltered position in full sun. Avoid heavy soils. H6