{"product_id":"100-seeds-empress-tree-paulownia-tomentosa-fast-growing-shade-ornamental-flowering-tree","title":"100 Seeds Empress Tree Paulownia tomentosa Fast Growing Shade Ornamental Flowering Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Empress Tree, Paulownia tomentosa, is a fast-growing deciduous tree known for its large heart-shaped leaves and showy upright clusters of fragrant violet flowers in spring. It can add substantial height in a single season, making it a striking choice for a quick shade tree or a bold ornamental focal point in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrown for its broad tropical-looking foliage and spring blooms, this tree works well in spacious yards, parks, and as a specimen planting where its rapid growth can be appreciated. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and the large leaves create a dense canopy through the growing season.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Paulownia tomentosa\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Deciduous tree\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant_Habit: Upright, spreading canopy\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, fertile\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 5-9\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Surface sow, light required, 2-4 weeks\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 20-30 feet apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Fast-growing; may die back in colder zones and regrow from roots\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67664790749320,"sku":"ANNISA-378","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/il_fullxfull.7962604523_qr8o_8ad9e2b2-222f-4279-9105-0785cda43a4a.jpg?v=1791899221","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/100-seeds-empress-tree-paulownia-tomentosa-fast-growing-shade-ornamental-flowering-tree","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}