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Parrotia persica
Parrotia persica
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A unique tree, in the witch hazel family, native to Iran. Slow growing, but attractive and intriguing. Good fall leaf colors, eventually beautiful exfoliating bark.
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Genus species: Parrotia persica Family: Hamamelidaceae Common Name: Persian Ironwood
Size: 20 - 40’ Shape: Rounded, upright wide spreading branches. Can be grown as a multi trunk large shrub
Growth rate: Slow Type: Deciduous broadleaf
Foliage: Leaves oval to oblong, to 4” long. They emerge reddish purple in spring
Seasonal foliage color: Fall colors include purple red to orange and yellow
Features: Good fall color. Bark of mature trees exfoliates to multiple colors - good winter interest
Growing conditions: Sun to light shade. Prefers well drained slightly acid loam soil. Tolerates clay soil
Climate zone: zones 4-8