Export Paulownia Seedlings Worldwide — Africa & USA

Paulownia.Energy® exports premium paulownia seedlings from our certified nursery in France to Africa, the United States, and beyond. Whether you need trees for commercial timber plantations, reforestation, carbon credit projects, or agroforestry — we deliver healthy, virus-free seedlings with full phytosanitary documentation to any country in the world.

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Why Choose Paulownia.Energy® for Export?

Advantage	Details
Fastest Growing Hardwood	Up to 5–6 metres growth in the first year. Harvestable commercial timber in 5–8 years. After cutting, trees regenerate from roots — no replanting needed.
Extreme Climate Range	Our varieties tolerate from -28°C to +50°C — suitable for tropical Africa, arid deserts, and cold northern US states alike.
High-Value Timber	Paulownia wood sells for €200–600 per m³. Lightweight yet strong, rot-resistant, and dimensionally stable. High demand in furniture, construction, and surfboard industries.
Carbon Credits & ESG	One paulownia tree absorbs approximately 22 kg of CO₂ per year. Plantations qualify for certified carbon credits (ISO 14064-2) — a growing revenue stream worldwide.
Soil Regeneration	Deep tap roots (up to 8 metres) break compacted soil. Nitrogen-rich leaves fertilize surrounding land — ideal for agroforestry and intercropping with crops.
In-Vitro Quality	All seedlings are produced via in-vitro micropropagation in our French laboratory. 100% virus-free, disease-free, and genetically consistent.

Our Paulownia Varieties for Export

We offer five varieties suited for different climates and project goals. We recommend the best match based on your region, soil type, and objectives.

Variety	Best For	Cold / Heat Tolerance	Growth Rate	Price From
Paulownia Energy®	Commercial timber, all-purpose	-28°C to +50°C	15–25% above average	€8.00
Shan Tong	Timber + honey production	-25°C to +45°C	High	€2.50
Pao Tong Z07	Large-scale plantations (best price/volume)	-23°C to +45°C	High	€2.50
Elongata	Biomass, biofuel, erosion control	-20°C to +45°C	Very High	€4.50
Tomentosa	Ornamental, landscaping	-30°C to +45°C	Moderate	€4.50

Recommended: Paulownia Energy® — our flagship hybrid combining Fortunei, Tomentosa and Elongata. It grows 15–25% faster than the market average and is specifically bred for extreme climates.

View all paulownia varieties in our catalog

Export Paulownia Seedlings to Africa

Paulownia is uniquely suited for African conditions. It thrives in extreme heat, improves degraded soil, sequesters massive amounts of CO₂, and produces high-value timber in just 5–8 years. Our Paulownia Energy® hybrid tolerates temperatures up to 45–50°C, ideal for Sub-Saharan climates. It thrives with 800 mm+ annual rainfall or basic drip irrigation.

African Countries We Export To

With official phytosanitary certificates from France (EU Passport Phytosanitaire), we export paulownia seedlings to any African country. Our key markets include:

Country	Primary Use	Country	Primary Use
Morocco	Timber & Reforestation	South Africa	Plantations & Carbon
Kenya	Agroforestry	Nigeria	Timber & Biomass
Egypt	Reforestation	Ethiopia	Agroforestry
Ghana	Timber & Carbon Credits	Tanzania	Plantations
Côte d'Ivoire	Reforestation	Senegal	Biomass & Feed
Uganda	Agroforestry	Tunisia	Timber & Honey

Don't see your country? We can ship to any African nation — contact us for details.

Why Paulownia is Perfect for Africa

Farmers and investors across Africa choose paulownia for its exceptional advantages in hot climates:

Extreme Heat Tolerance — our Energy® hybrid thrives at temperatures up to 45–50°C, ideal for Sub-Saharan, Sahel, and North African regions.
Fastest Growth — up to 5–6 metres in the first year. Harvestable timber in 5–8 years, then trees regrow from roots with no replanting.
Soil Regeneration — deep roots break compacted soil. Nitrogen-rich leaves fertilize surrounding land, ideal for intercropping with food crops.
Multiple Revenue Streams — beyond timber: biofuel pellets, honey production (700 kg/ha), animal feed from leaves (20% protein), carbon credits, and landscaping.

Plantation Business Case — Africa

Parameter	Value
Trees per hectare (timber)	400–625 trees (4×4 m or 4×5 m spacing)
Timber volume per tree (8 years)	0.5–0.8 m³
Timber price on international market	€200–600 per m³
Estimated revenue per hectare	€40,000–€300,000 per harvest cycle
Harvest cycle	5–8 years (trees regrow from roots after cutting)
CO₂ absorption per hectare/year	~11,000 kg CO₂
Additional income	Carbon credits, honey, biomass pellets, animal feed

FAQ — Paulownia in Africa

Can paulownia grow in hot African climates?
Yes. Our Paulownia Energy® hybrid tolerates temperatures up to 45–50°C. It thrives in tropical and subtropical climates with at least 800 mm annual rainfall. In drier regions, basic drip irrigation is recommended during the first 2 years.

What is the minimum order for export to Africa?
For international shipping, we recommend a minimum of 100 seedlings. For large projects (1,000+ trees), we offer volume discounts and free technical consultation.

Do you provide phytosanitary certificates?
Yes. All exports include an official French phytosanitary certificate (EU Passeport Phytosanitaire) and any documentation required by your country's import regulations.

Can I earn carbon credits from a paulownia plantation?
Yes. Paulownia plantations are eligible for CO₂ certification under ISO 14064-2 and other standards. Each tree absorbs approximately 22 kg CO₂ per year. We can connect you with carbon credit certification partners.

Is paulownia invasive in Africa?
Our commercial varieties (Energy®, Shan Tong, Z07) are propagated through cloning and root cuttings, not seeds. They have controlled reproduction. Managed plantations with cloned varieties pose no ecological risk.

Buy Paulownia Trees for the USA

Our French-grown paulownia varieties bring European breeding excellence to American soil. With 8+ years of in-vitro propagation experience, our seedlings outperform standard domestic varieties with faster growth, better wood quality, and wider climate adaptability across USDA hardiness zones 5 through 10.

Where Paulownia Grows in the United States

Region	States	USDA Zones	Rating
Southeast	Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Carolinas, Tennessee, Florida	Zones 7–9	Optimal — fastest growth, up to 6 m/year
Southwest & California	Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, California	Zones 8–10	Excellent — with irrigation
Mid-Atlantic & Midwest	Virginia, Maryland, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Missouri, Delaware	Zones 6–7	Good — Energy® performs very well
Pacific NW & Northeast	Oregon, Washington, New York, Pennsylvania	Zones 5–6	Viable — winter protection for young trees

Our Paulownia Energy® variety is specifically bred for extreme climate range and performs well across all regions.

Why Import European Paulownia to the USA?

15–25% Faster Growth — our Energy® outperforms standard US varieties. Expect 4–6 metres first-year growth and harvestable timber in 5–8 years.
Frost Hardy to -28°C (-18°F) — covers USDA zones 5–10, from the Southeast to the Pacific Northwest.
Premium Wood Quality — 30% lighter than comparable hardwoods yet remarkably strong. Valued at $200–600/m³ for furniture, surfboards, and construction.
Carbon Offset Ready — plantations qualify for voluntary carbon credits in the growing US market worth $2B+ annually.

USDA-Compliant Import Process

Phytosanitary Certificate — every shipment includes an official EU Phytosanitary Certificate issued by French agricultural authorities (DRAAF/SRAL).

USDA APHIS Compliance — our exports comply with USDA APHIS regulations for importing nursery stock. We coordinate with US Customs & Border Protection.

Climate-Controlled Shipping — seedlings shipped via air freight in temperature-controlled packaging. Transit time: 3–5 business days to major US hubs.

Full Technical Support — planting instructions, care calendar for your USDA zone, and ongoing support via WhatsApp and email.

Plantation Business Case — USA

Parameter	Value
Trees per acre (timber spacing)	350–450 trees (10×10 ft or 12×12 ft spacing)
Timber volume per tree (8 years)	0.5–0.8 m³ (18–28 cubic feet)
Timber price on US market	$200–600 per m³
Estimated revenue per acre	$35,000–$215,000 per harvest cycle
Harvest cycle	5–8 years (trees regrow from roots)
CO₂ absorption per acre/year	~4,000–5,000 kg CO₂
Additional income streams	Carbon credits, honey, biomass pellets, animal feed

FAQ — Paulownia in the USA

Is it legal to import paulownia trees into the US?
Yes. Paulownia is not a prohibited species for US import. All live plant imports require a phytosanitary certificate and must clear USDA APHIS inspection. We handle all documentation.

Is paulownia considered invasive in the US?
Our commercial varieties (Energy®, Shan Tong, Z07) are propagated via in-vitro cloning, not from seed. Managed plantations with cloned varieties have controlled reproduction. Check your state regulations — paulownia is legal to grow in most US states.

What USDA zones are suitable?
Our varieties cover USDA zones 5–10. The Energy® hybrid tolerates down to -28°C (-18°F), making it viable across most of the continental United States. Optimal performance is in zones 7–9.

What is the minimum order for US shipping?
Due to international air freight costs, we recommend a minimum of 50 seedlings. For large projects (500+ trees), volume discounts up to 30% and free consultation.

Why import from France instead of buying domestically?
Our French nursery offers: 8+ years of in-vitro breeding expertise, a proprietary Energy® hybrid that outperforms standard varieties by 15–25%, five variety options for different climates, and full technical support from planting through harvest.

Can I start a paulownia nursery business in the US?
Yes! We offer a Paulownia Nursery Creation Course (from €950) and a Paulownia.Energy® Franchise program. We are actively seeking partners in Florida, Delaware, Texas, California, and other states. Learn more about US partnership.

How We Export Paulownia Seedlings

Step 1 — Consultation
We analyse your region's climate, soil type, and project goals. Based on this, we recommend the best variety and planting scheme (spacing, density, irrigation needs).

Step 2 — Production
Seedlings are grown in our nursery in Aulnay, France using in-vitro micropropagation technology. This guarantees virus-free, disease-free, genetically consistent plants.

Step 3 — Phytosanitary Certification
We obtain all required EU phytosanitary certificates and export documentation for your destination country. We handle compliance with local import regulations.

Step 4 — Climate-Controlled Shipping
Seedlings are packed with moisture-retention media and shipped via air freight in temperature-controlled packaging. Typical transit time: 3–7 business days depending on destination.

Step 5 — Ongoing Support
We provide full planting instructions, a care calendar, and ongoing technical support via WhatsApp/email. We guide you from planting to first harvest.