Persian Ironwood, scientifically known as Parrotia persica, is a beautiful deciduous tree native to Iran. Here’s everything you need to know about it:
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Appearance: Persian Ironwood is a medium-sized tree that can reach a height of 20-40 feet (6-12 meters) with a spread of 15-30 feet (4.5-9 meters). It has a rounded crown and smooth gray bark that exfoliates to reveal patches of orange, brown, and green.
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Foliage: The leaves of Persian Ironwood are alternate, simple, and ovate in shape. They emerge in spring with a reddish-purple color, turn green during summer, and transform into vibrant shades of orange, red, and purple in the fall.
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Flowers: In late winter or early spring, Persian Ironwood produces small, red flowers that are clustered together. These flowers are not particularly showy but add a touch of color to the tree before the leaves emerge.
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Type: |
Tree |
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Height: |
20’ – 40’ |
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Spread: |
20’ – 30’ |
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Spacing: |
18’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 – 7 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring, Fall, Year-long |
