Parrotia persica 'Persian Spire - 80-100 CM C10

Description
The Persian ironwood 'Persian Spire'(s) also has lanceolate, dark green leaves with a purple-coloured edge. The purple-coloured shoots are also an interesting sight. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, loamy soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2.5 m and grows to a width of approx. 75 cm.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive orange-yellow autumn colouring * purple shoots * resistant to urban climates, likes warmth

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Persian ironwood 'Persian Spire'(s)s are dark green, lanceolate and have a purple-coloured edge. They are about 8 - 10 cm tall. Purple-coloured shoots. Persian ironwood 'Persian Spire'(s) turns bright orange-yellow in autumn.

Bark
Exfoliating bark.

Spread
West Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Persian ironwood 'Persian Spire'(s) has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Persian ironwood 'Persian Spire'(s) is an upright and slender-growing large shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1.5 - 2.5 m and is approx. 50 - 75 cm wide. Slow growing. Usually grows 20 - 25 cm per year.

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 soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Cuts, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering 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.

Use
Solitary, hanging basket, balcony/patio, small/front garden

Root
Parrotia persica 'Persian Spire'(s) is a shallow-rooting plant.