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68ladyofthelake on
June 11, 2020
76309Q.Are Old Catalpa Pods Still Viable?
At my old house (north Texas), there were 4 gorgeous catalpa trees. The landlord is now cutting them down. I always loved those trees and want a baby from one. It's early summer and already around 100 degrees. Can I dig up one of the babies in the back yard (there are dozens), or can I take a pod from one of the adult trees? I have a pod that's about 5 years old, but have no idea if I can grow anything from it. As you can tell, I'm certainly not knowledgeable about how it works. Is there a way I can get a baby from my beloved trees before he destroys them? Thanks
Answered by
BushDoctor on
June 11, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Taking one of the small trees or seedling in the area will be the best thing to do. This will skip the step of germination, completely..
All you need to do is dig up plenty of roots with the sapling and transplant in container until Autumn. Then you can plant it in ground once it cools down a little.
Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/planting-a-tree-shoot.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/catalpa/catalpa-tree-planting.htm
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- Asked by
Lover44 on
July 1, 2020
Amarillo,TexasQ.Where Can I Purchase A Catalpa Tree
We live in West Texas
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
July 1, 2020
Certified ExpertA.We do not offer information on specific vendors. I would try your local nurseries, or online vendors, such as Amazon, Etsy, or Ebay.
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Anonymous on
July 11, 2020Q.I have a 10 year old Catalpa tree on my property. Plenty of light and water yet no flowers.
I prune it to about 20 feet .
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 13, 2020
Certified ExpertA.Considering the tree normally gets 40 to 70 feet, I suspect the lack of blooms is due to excessive pruning.
Once mature, the tree only needs suckers removed or low growing branches that impede walkways.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/catalpa/catalpa-tree-planting.htm
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fallraven on
July 20, 2021
95821Q.Over Watered A Catalpa Sapling
I started a Catalpa tree sapling from a seed but over watered it. Now its' leave are shriveled and turning black. I have not watered it for a week. It is ii a small pot. Can it be saved and is there anything I should do to help it recover? Any help appreciated. Thanks, Joe
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
July 20, 2021
Certified ExpertA.I would start over with an infection that severe. This will stunt the tree, and cause it to have a strange shape, if it recovers from watering.
Watering isn't the only problem, here, though.
That soil is not fit for a container. Use a mix of potting soil and compost, or just potting soil if it contains a fair bit of compost.
Unfortunately, without correcting the soil, it will happen again. I don't recommend planting another without changing the soil, first.
Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/using-topsoil-and-potting-soil.htm
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Anonymous on
August 27, 2021Q.How To Transplant And Or When To Transplant Catalpa (cigar Tree) Seedlings?
In the springtime I planted cigar tree seeds and to my surprise 10 emerged. Now that we are heading into the fall I have 10 baby trees that I do not know if I should transplant outside or keep them inside for the winter?? They are about 8 inches tall and very flimsy. I am worried that if I plant them now that they will not survive a New England winter. I am in zone 6. Any guidance would be great! Thank you, Cassie Pontes
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 9, 2021
Certified ExpertA.Since they are only six inches, I would keep them inside. They will need plenty of light though. Then in the spring, transplant them outside. That will give them a whole summer and fall to prepare for winter.
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Anonymous on
April 3, 2022Q.What Is The Oldest Know Catalpa Tree In USA?
I see average lifespan of a catalpa tree is 60yrs. There is one on my great great grandfather's farm in Clare, Mi that is well over 100 yrs old. Does anyone know how old the oldest catalpa tree in the USA is or may be? These trees always bring happy memories of the farm wherever I see them.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
April 4, 2022
Certified ExpertA.As of 2015, the state Capitol lawn of Michigan claimed the oldest catalpa at 120 to 130 years old. So your relative's tree could be a contender.
https://www.sturgisjournal.com/article/20150522/NEWS/150529601
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jonnyboy101 on
August 13, 2022
Manchester englandQ.I Have A Small 3 Year Old Indian Bean Tree – Have Had It In The Garden For The Last 2 Years – But This Year It Seems To Be Filing
with a lot of the leaves looking damaged Have had it in the garden for the last 2 years - but this year it seems to be failing with many of the leaves looking holy and frazzled
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 15, 2022
Certified ExpertA.This will indicate some problem with the soil. This could be a pH issue, too much nutrients in soils, or overwatering. fortunately, you can test for these things.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/soil-ph-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/test-soil-for-pests-and-diseases.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/making-sure-soil-drains-well.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/catalpa/catalpa-tree-planting.htm
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