HyperTree Improved Paulownia

Our Solution

HyperTree Improved Paulownia

A fast-growing carbon-sequestering tree
that reaches timber harvest in 7 years.

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We establish deciduous timber forests that can be harvested three times over 15 years

Average annual growth

3M

Carbon sequestration (1ha/year)

50tCO2eq

Timber yield (1ha)

600m3

A fast-growing tree created by combining native Korean species with German breeding technology

Improved Paulownia is an elite cultivar developed by WeGrow in Germany. Forest Ventures is the exclusive production partner in Korea for Phoenix One, NordMax21, and H2F4, all registered with UPOV.

WeGrow

It halves the harvest period and increases yield more than threefold

The first harvest takes about 7 years, with an average yield of 600m3 of timber per hectare. Paulownia is lightweight and easy to process, making it suitable for interior construction materials and fire-resistant applications. After the first harvest, coppice management allows up to three harvests over 15 years.

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Forest management support

We support customer success through professional forest management know-how and a survival-rate guarantee

Successful forest management requires the right soil, planting methods, fertilization, and care for each cultivar. Based on our field data, we provide site inspections, cultivation training, and recurring offline seminars.

We operate an 85% survival-rate guarantee program that includes replacement planting for first-year losses.

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Field Results

Multiple partners are already implementing European-style forest management with improved paulownia.

Planted timber forest area

30ha

Forest locations

15+

Average annual growth

3M

Average survival rate

85%+

Improved Paulownia field case study

Partners

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