Southern catalpa

‘Nana’: a small tree grafted at 2 m above the ground to give the plant the shape of an umbrella. The bright green foliage is composed of ovoid leaves, 15 to 20 cm wide. The treetop is rounded, dense and regular. White flowers appear in late June, on large erect panicles. This cultivar can be used individually for its foliage and flowers. It prefers an environment sheltered from prevailing winds, because the wood is brittle and not frost-resistant. Its vigorous annual re-growth will compensate for any losses caused by cold.