saraTM / Getty Images Catalpa speciosa, also called the northern catalpa or cigar tree, features a loose oval leaf shape and can grow up to 50 feet tall in most urban locations—occasionally up ...

Learn about the beautiful catalpa tree and its fascinating worms, and how these species—including two trees native to the U.S.— benefit the ecosystem.

A celebration of life for Tower Grove Park's gnarly catalpa tree, known to visitors as the 'Keebler Elf Tree', was held on Thursday, June 9, 2022. In the morning children made mushroom hats ...

The northern catalpa-- Catalpa speciosa Spectacular in bloom with big, upright clusters of white flowers set off against big, bold leaves, the catalpa shouts for attention in spring.

My favorite blooms in early July decorate an unusual tree, once commonly found throughout Illinois and other nearby states. It’s a catalpa tree that was growing in the backyard when I moved i… ...

As it is a relatively large tree, it is best for rural areas, or larger city yards. Catalpa should not be planted near buildings, fences, sidewalks or septic systems.

Catalpa’s leaves, as well as its flowers, evoke the tropics. The leaves are large, up to about a foot long, and heart-shaped. It’s a wonder that more people don’t plant catalpa trees.

Centuries ago this tree was used for all kinds of medicinal properties of its bark and pods. The name of catalpa originated with North American native peoples and means “head with wings.” This ...

A once towering Northern Catalpa tree that stood along a rural highway in Menard County was toppled by a recent storm.

Centuries ago this tree was used for all kinds of medicinal properties of its bark and pods. The name of catalpa originated with North American native peoples and means “head with wings.” This ...

Continuing with our series on blooming trees, the Northern Catalpa speciosa is an interesting, mostly deciduous and beautiful tree with gorgeous blooms in spring. In some areas, the large leaves ...