Parrotia persica - 120-140 CM C12

Description
The Persian ironwood (Parrotia persica) is a broad, multi-stemmed large shrub that produces orange-red, star-shaped flowers. They appear from March to April. These produce green-brown capsules. The Persian ironwood also has leathery, roundish, medium-green leaves. The green-red shoots are also an interesting sight. Its bark is dark brown and flaking. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of around 10 metres and grows to a width of around 10 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive orange autumn colouring * green-red shoots * Resistant to urban climates, heat-loving, tolerant of flooding, cannot be built over

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Persian ironwoods are medium green, roundish, leathery, alternate. They are about 8 - 10 cm tall. Green-red shoots. Persian ironwood turns bright orange in autumn.

Bark
Dark brown, flaking bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
West Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Persian ironwood has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Broad, multi-stemmed.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Pruning and sawing wounds and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound sealant to prevent pathogens from penetrating the plant. - Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The orange-red, star-shaped flowers appear from March to April.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park

Root
Parrotia persica is a shallow-rooting plant.