Parrotia persica
Persian Parrotia
Description
This tree grows to 30' tall with a 15'-20' spread. The leaves are small, simple and dark green. It has a low branching, spreading habit. Bark exfoliates on mature trees, appearing like a mosaic of green, white and brown. There is beautiful yellow, orange, and scarlet fall foliage color. It does best in full sun with acidic, loamy, well draining soil. Flowers without petals, have showy red stamens before leaves appear.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Width Range
12-25'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate, Slow
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Background, Park
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.