Paulownia tomentosa - STD 18-20 CM CONT

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, they 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 required 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 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.