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The purpose of this website is to explain Paulownia trees' place in the world of agriculture and forestry and to provide useful information to plantation growers.
SERVICES WE PROVIDE:
TGG are world leaders in Paulownia genetics and product development. Our unique Headstarters™ plants transport easily and safely. We supply them all over Australia in a range of packs to suit different needs. BULK ORDERS CAN BE SUPPLIED ALL OVER THE WORLD - WE ARE EXPERIENCED PLANT EXPORTERS. If you wish to import our product, email us to discuss your requirements and to receive a free Headstarters™ Importer's Guide.
EMPLOYMENT
If you are interested in joining the growing team at TGG's Mornington Peninsula nursery email your CV to employment@toadgully.com.au
Paulownia Information
Paulownia (pronounced Paw- lo -ne-a) is a medium to tall, large-leafed, fast growing deciduous tree from Eastern Asia. Cultivated primarily for its fine, light and valuable timber, Paulownia can also be pruned to supply nutritious fodder to livestock during dry times and is highly ornamental with masses of sweetly scented trumpet shaped flowers in Spring. Paulownia are also known as Empress Tree, Princess Tree and Kiri (their Japanese name).
With beautiful grain and silky sheen it's not surprising many people fall in love at first site with Paulownia Timber».
When planning a timber plantation it is important understand the relationship between Planting Density & Growth Rates».
With a trade deficit in forest products of around 2,000 million dollars each year and sustainability concerns about tropical rainforest timbers, a future market for Australian growers of Paulownia will be Import Replacement».
Much reference is made to clear, straight grained Paulownia timber, but you may be surprised to discover the beauty (and potential) of Flamed Kiri»
China is the birthplace of Paulownia cultivation. In mid 2004, James Lawrence, Manager and Founder of TGG, visited Henan province and saw Paulownia growing on the vast fertile alluvial plain of the Yellow River, which was also the cradle of Chinese civilisation. James returned with a greater understanding of Paulownia in China - and lot's of photos! Travel notes from China»