what are the living conditions for a paulonia tree?

Answer 1

From Wikipedia:

The soft, lightweight seeds were commonly used as a packing material by Chinese porcelain exporters in the 19th century, before the development of polystyrene packaging. Packing cases would often leak or burst open in transit and scatter the seeds along rail tracks. This, together with seeds released by specimens deliberately planted for ornament, has allowed the species to become an invasive weed tree in areas where the climate is suitable for its growth, notably Japan and the southeastern United States.

Please note the *invasive weed plant* wording on this. Yes, they look pretty, but . . . look, we have enough of our own nice trees. Let's leave the invasive's alone, shall we. Here's the link to the rest of article, anyway.

Answer 2

Paulownia tomentosa
Hort. zones 6-9, I've seen it in zone 5 protected, if it establishes it can grow quickly to 50.0 feet or so.

common with fast growers it can/is messy and not a long-lived tree. Not good for small yards.

Rick ~30 yrs in profession