100+ Royal Empress Tree Seeds (Paulownia tomentosa) Purple Flowers, Fast Growing 100+ Royal Empress Tree Seeds (Paulownia tomentosa) Purple Flowers, Fast Growing! Grow Zones: 5,6,7,8,9 Other Names: Empress Tree, Princess Tree, Royal Paulownia, Purple Foxglove Tree Paulownia tomentosa is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 80 feet tall in the wild. In cultivation, it is often kept trimmed to a more manageable height. The tree produces large, heart-shaped leaves that are green in the summer and yellow in the fall. The tree's most distinctive feature, however, is its beautiful purple flowers that bloom in the spring. These flowers are fragrant and provide a stunning display of color that is sure to impress. One of the main benefits of Paulownia tomentosa is its fast growth. This tree can grow up to 10 feet per year, making it one of the fastest-growing trees in the world. This fast growth makes Paulownia tomentosa an excellent choice for reforestation projects, as well as for ornamental purposes. The tree's fast growth also means that it can be harvested for lumber and other products in a relatively short amount of time. Attn: If you live in Connecticut, please do not buy this item as this species has been deemed too invasive for CT.. Germination Procedure: Plant in fall for spring sprouts or apply cold stratification in the freezer for 1-2 months before sowing. Surface-sow as seeds require sunlight to germinate. Keep seeds and soil moist throughout the germination phase. Germination time: 30 days (in full sun). Buy Seeds Online Organic Seeds Heirloom Seeds Non-GMO Seeds Vegetable Seeds Flower Seeds Herb Seeds Fruit Seeds Garden Seeds Seed Starter Kits Rare Seeds Bulk Seeds Indoor Gardening Seeds Seed Catalog Seed Packs for Sale Sustainable Seeds Greenhouse Seeds Seed Suppliers Planting Seeds Home Garden Seeds