Paulownia tomentosa - 1/0 20-40 CM

Description
Attention! The species Paulownia tomentosa is categorised as an invasive species in Switzerland and may not be traded, planted or otherwise spread there. The Foxglove tree (Paulownia tomentosa) is a broad, roundish small tree that produces lilac-coloured, funnel-shaped flowers arranged in panicles with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from April to May. From August onwards, these produce brown fruits that keep for a very long time. They exude a pleasant fragrance. The Foxglove tree also has hairy, heart-shaped, medium green leaves. Its bark is light brown in colour. In a sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 15 metres and grows to a width of around 15 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Paulownia imperialis.

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Foxglove trees are medium green, heart-shaped, hairy, opposite.

Bark
Light brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
Winter protection is advisable in unprotected areas of the garden.

Growth
Broad, roundish.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Flower
The purple-coloured, funnel-shaped flowers of the Foxglove tree appear in panicles from April to May. They grow to around 20 - 30 cm tall and are pleasantly fragrant.

Fruit
Adheres for a very long time.

Root
Paulownia tomentosa is a deep-rooting plant.