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Parrotia persica

Family Hamamelidaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 4.5 - 12 m (15 - 40 ft)
Spread 3 - 9 m (10 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description This splendid flowering tree transforms your yard when it is in bloom. The tree Parrotia persica (Persian ironwood) bears showy and bright red blooms during early spring. The matte foliage is deep green in colour and medium in texture. Parrotia persica (Persian ironwood) has showy, spotted and exfoliating bark. A specimen plant, Parrotia persica (Persian ironwood) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics In autumn, Parrotia persica is alight with fall colour, and in winter it provides winter interest.