Paulownia tomentosa Flowering-Tree Often existing apple trees or

Often existing apple trees or even crab-apple trees growing locally will suffice

mid-green foliage

They resent disturbance and once planted are best left alone

closely set dark-green leaves and a dense columnar to rounded habit

Paulownia tomentosa Flowering-Tree Often existing apple trees orBy some this is considered the most beautiful flowering tree. If protected from spring frost, in May this tree will produce large spikes of rich purple flowers, very similar to the foxglove. The growth habit is fast and sprawling, with an open crown and the wood is very light and pithy easy to prune. The leaves are large, green, and downy, giving a tropical appearance to the foliage. Not a tree for a lover of formal gardening you must be prepared to