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Parrotia persica 'Vanessa'
Vanessa Ironwood
- » Great form
- » Foliage changes color as the seasons' progress
- Category:Tree
- Hardiness Zone:6-9
- Height:20-25 ft
- Spread:10-15 ft
- Bloom Color: Red Shades
- Foliage Color: Multi-Color
Upright and almost columnar in shape, this selection is an all season tree with small red strap-like flowers in March, bronze to burgundy colored emerging foliage in spring that then turns green followed by orange to red fall foliage color. Outstanding small tree for small spaces. Easy to grow.
Flower Color
| • | Red |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Early Spring |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Parrotia persica 'Vanessa'
Thrives in full sun. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Very little pruning needed. Remove damaged or broken branches when dormant in late winter.