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Parrotia persica Vanessa

Persian Ironwood (Ironwood)

  • »  More compact and upright than the species
  • »  Red tassel-like flowers appear before the leaves
  • »  Green leaves emerge reddish and turn yellow, orange and red in the fall
  • »  Bark exfoliates on mature stems
  • »  Vase shaped, upright habit
  • »  Bloom Time: March to April

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  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:9-10 m
  • Spread:4-5 m
  • Bloom Color: Red
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Growth Rate
Medium
Attributes
Deciduous
Fall Color
Salt Tolerant
Flowering Time
Spring
Habit
Multi-stem/Clump form
Oval
Upright
Foliage Color
Green
Red
Landscape uses
Roadside planting
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Parrotia persica 'Vanessa'

Parrotia grows best in a slightly acidic soil, with a tolerance for a range of soil types and conditions; an excellent plant for urban situations.