Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' – Golden Indian bean tree

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Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' – Golden Indian bean tree

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Small to average-sized tree with a wide, capriciously branched crown. Growing slower and remaining significantly smaller than the species. The crown is low branched which creates a rather short trunk. The lowest branches bend at a mature age, width circa 8 m. The grey brown, shallow fissured bark flakes in plates. The hard wood of the twigs breaks easily. The acuminate and entire, heart-shaped leaf emerges late in spring and is shed relatively early. When unfolding the leaf is purplish, but turns golden yellow soon and colours to yellow green in summer. In autumn it turns more yellow again. The white tubular flowers appear in erect panicles. The capsules are only 1 cm thick and persist into winter. Shallow rooting with fleshy roots. Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' flowers only after a few years. The white flowers have remarkable yellow stripes in the corolla and they are purple on the inside.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
Availability
Clear stem (2) Multi-stem (4)
Size
Root ball size
Packaging
Price
Amount
Delivery period
300/350 multistem
Wire rootballed
£ 450,00
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Root ball size
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
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Stock
Available
300/350h, multistem with raised stems
Wire rootballed
£ 568,00
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Root ball size
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Stock
Limited stock
350/400h, multistem with raised stems
Wire rootballed
£ 916,00
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Root ball size
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Stock
Limited stock
400/450h, multistem with raised stems
Wire rootballed
£ 1.323,00
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Root ball size
Packaging
Wire rootballed
Delivery period
Available from november! Pre-order now!
Stock
Limited stock
Specifications
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Height
6 - 8 m
Width
6-8m
Crown
round headed, half-open crown, capricious growing
Bark and branches
grey, shallow grooves
Leaf
heart-shaped, golden yellow, 15 - 30 cm long, 10 - 25 cm wide
Flowers
white, erect, to 25 cm long panicles, (May) June/July
Fruits
to 35 cm long, thin capsules
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
few requirements, not in wet soils
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6b (-20,5 to -17,8 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate to poor
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), valuable for butterflies
Application
small gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem
Origin
before 1877
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres half-open crown yellow May late sprout average growing Conspicuous bloom all species valuable for bees (honey plant) valuable for butterflies non-toxic (usually) Capricious growing Ornamental fruit playground tree
Frequently asked questions
Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea'

Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' can eventually reach a height of 6 - 8 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 6 - 8 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Catalpa bignonioides 'Aurea' blooms in may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

Once you add items to your basket and proceed to the checkout, the system will calculate the delivery charges for your region. If your order qualifies for any discounts, they will automatically be applied.

For any questions or specific delivery requests, feel free to contact our customer service team. We’re happy to help arrange the best delivery solution for your order.