Parrotia persica
Persian ironwood
In autumn, the deciduous Parrotia persica is a breathtaking sight, as its large, smooth, wavy-edged leaves turn brilliant yellow, then orange...
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Plant description
In autumn, the deciduous Parrotia persica is a breathtaking sight, as its large, smooth, wavy-edged leaves turn brilliant yellow, then orange and finally blaze fiery red before falling.
In late winter and early spring, discrete, spidery, red flowers appear before the leaves. Persian ironwood is a spreading tree, with a short trunk and peeling grey and fawn bark.
Often with multiple stems, it is best grown as a large shrub in the border or in an open woodland garden. It can get very big, so it is best suited to larger gardens.
In late winter and early spring, discrete, spidery, red flowers appear before the leaves. Persian ironwood is a spreading tree, with a short trunk and peeling grey and fawn bark.
Often with multiple stems, it is best grown as a large shrub in the border or in an open woodland garden. It can get very big, so it is best suited to larger gardens.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Parrotia persica:
When planting, add some soil conditioner (well-rotted compost) to the planting hole and some mycorrhizal fungi to aid root establishment.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the collar of the tree is above ground level.
Support taller specimens either with a bamboo cane and or stake during establishment. Water generously around the base of the plant.
Please note:
This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
