Paulownia Trees make a great shade tree, a fast growing tree that does well in free draining position and full sun. Native to China the Empress Tree ( Paulownia tomentosa) tree is a fast growing tree used widely for timber production and supposedly brings good luck. Paulownia trees also make an excellent fast growing shade tree. Paulownia are best planted when dormant, so look for late autumn when the soil is still warm or early spring. They will require some water during the first year or two of growth.
With large leaves and showy flowers in spring these tree are readily available for sale. Great as a fast growing landscape feature tree, and also used for timber production paulownia are increasingly popular with landscapers.Paulownia prefer a deep well drained position, full sun and moisture during summer. In Japan Paulownia trees are believed to bring good luck to the house and those who enter.\
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