Persian Parrotia

Parrotia persica

Hamamelidaceae

Tree

Ornamental

Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Parrotia persica, commonly known as Persian Parrotia or Ironwood tree, is a deciduous ornamental tree that thrives in full sun and prefers medium water. It can grow 9–15 meters tall and prefers loamy, clay, or sandy soil. This tree is suitable for USDA zones 4–8 and blooms with red and yellow flowers in spring (March-April).

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Clay, Sandy

Height

9–15 m

Spread

6–10 m

Zones

4–8

Flower colors

Calendar

Jan

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Bloom Period

J

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Bloom Period

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Growing Tips

Plant in well-drained soil.
Provide full sun for best fall color.
Water regularly, especially when young.
Tolerant of various soil types.

Features

Spectacular fall color with shades of yellow, orange, and red.
Interesting bark that exfoliates with age, revealing creamy white, green, and pink inner bark.
Spring flowers are small but attractive, appearing before the leaves.
Pollinator-friendly.

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