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Paulownia tomentosa (Foxglove tree)
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12m
Max height
Max height
12m
Max spread
Max spread
20-50 Years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Paulownia tomentosa
Other names
Empress tree, Princess tree, Foxglove tree
Genus
Paulownia Paulownia
Species
P. tomentosa - P. tomentosa is a large, rounded, deciduous tree with large, heart-shaped leaves and purple flowers (resembling foxgloves) which are formed before the leaves emerge.
Paulownia tomentosa is: Deciduous
Fragrance
Flowers are fragrant.
Tree shape
Open branched, Rounded, Spreading
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Flower
Pale-pink, Lilac in Spring
Foliage
Bright-green in Spring; Light green in Summer
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
General care
Propagation
Propagate by seed or grafting.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Paulownia tomentosa (Foxglove tree) will reach a height of 12m and a spread of 12m after 20-50 Years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Low Maintenance, Foliage only, Cottage/Informal, Mediterranean, Specimen tree
Cultivation
Grow in rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Provide shelter from cold winds and late frosts.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
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Botanical name
Paulownia tomentosa
Other names
Empress tree, Princess tree, Foxglove tree
Genus
Paulownia Paulownia
Species
P. tomentosa - P. tomentosa is a large, rounded, deciduous tree with large, heart-shaped leaves and purple flowers (resembling foxgloves) which are formed before the leaves emerge.
Foliage
Deciduous
Fragrance
Flowers are fragrant.
Tree shape
Open branched, Rounded, Spreading
Awards
RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
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Colour
Flower
Pale-pink, Lilac in Spring
Foliage
Bright-green in Spring; Light green in Summer
How to care
Watch out for
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
General care
Propagation
Propagate by seed or grafting.
Propagation methods
Seed
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Where to grow
Paulownia tomentosa (Foxglove tree) will reach a height of 12m and a spread of 12m after 20-50 Years.
Suggested uses
Architectural, Low Maintenance, Foliage only, Cottage/Informal, Mediterranean, Specimen tree
Cultivation
Grow in rich, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Provide shelter from cold winds and late frosts.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Tender in frost (H3)
USDA zones
Zone 10, Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4
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Paulownia tomentosa (Foxglove tree)
Paulownia tomentosa (Foxglove tree)
(27/08/2011)
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| Hardiness: | Tender in frost (H3) | Tell us... |
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