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Vanessa's Persian Ironwood-Parrotia perisica 'Vanessa'-Stunning deciduous tree 2-2.5" cal B&B

Vanessa's Persian Ironwood-Parrotia perisica 'Vanessa'-Stunning deciduous tree 2-2.5" cal B&B

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Parrotia perisica 'Vanessa'

Parrotia perisica 'Vanessa'

The Parrotia perisica 'Vanessa', commonly known as Vanessa's Persian Ironwood, is a stunning deciduous tree known for its vibrant autumn foliage and attractive bark. It offers year-round interest with its unique branching pattern and small, red flowers that appear in late winter to early spring.

Ideal for use as a specimen tree in gardens or parks, Vanessa's Persian Ironwood is also suitable for creating naturalistic landscapes and can be used in urban settings due to its tolerance to pollution.

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Parrotia perisica 'Vanessa'
  • Common Name Common Name: Vanessa's Persian Ironwood
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows to 20-30 feet tall and 15-25 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late winter to early spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, attracts bees
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other deciduous trees and shrubs
  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall for best results
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Prefers well-drained soil
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or clay soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases
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