Paulownia Tomentosa Plant

foxglove tree or empress tree) paulownia tomentosa is a lovely medium sized flowering tree with very large, green leaves which can be up to 40 - 60 cm in diameter native to the woods of northeast india.

position: full sun or light, dappled shade.

soil: moist or well drained, fertile soil. avoid waterlogged areas.

hardiness: reasonably hardy. paulownia tomentosa can suffer some die back after very cold winters, especially as a young plant and will grow best in a warm sunny garden. shelter from cold winds.

flower colour: cream and mauve

rate of growth: moderate to vigorous (with plants in warm areas growing more quickly).

habit: medium sized branching tree.

height: 12 m (40 ft)

spread: 10 m (32 ft)