Paulownia tomentosa 'Hulsdonk' - STDS 6-8 CM CONT

Description
The Foxglove tree 'Hulsdonk' (Paulownia tomentosa) is a broad, roundish small tree that produces light blue, funnel-shaped flowers arranged in panicles with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from April to May. The Foxglove tree 'Hulsdonk' also has hairy, heart-shaped, medium green leaves.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Paulownia imperialis.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * easy to care for * resistant to urban climates, smoke-hardy, heat-loving, sensitive to late frost

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Foxglove tree 'Hulsdonk's are medium green, heart-shaped, hairy, opposite.

Spread
China.

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

Growth
Foxglove tree 'Hulsdonk' is broad and rounded in structure and has a loose crown.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound sealant to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The light blue, funnel-shaped flowers of Foxglove tree 'Hulsdonk' 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.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub

Root
Paulownia tomentosa 'Hulsdonk' is a deep-rooting plant.