Upright, oval small tree or large shrub. Blooms in late winter with small, unusual flowers.Foliage emerges a reddish-purple maturing to a medium green, then in autumn, turninga vivid yellow, orange and red. Older bark is handsome, flaking in patches to display green, tan, white and gray. Very tolerant once established. Medium to fast growth rate. Botanical Name- Parrotia persica Pronunciation- puh-ROH-tee-uh PUR-sih-kuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 20 ft Mature Height- 30 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil, enriched with compost Current Size- 5 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Late winter – early spring Companion Plants- Heuchera ‘Caramel’ – spectacular fall color vs warm foliage in partial sun Fauna Attracted- Early spring bees, minimal fruiting Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C14 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune to remove deadwood in winter; water regularly when young and fertilize if needed. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove deadwood and maintain shape. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay and water thoroughly for good establishment. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Leaf spot, aphids
