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Plant of the month February: Iron­wood tree (Parrotia persica)

Plant profile

Bota­nical name: Parrotia persica
German name: Iron­wood tree
Family: Witch hazel plants (Hama­mel­i­daceae)
Flowe­ring time: February to March
Blos­soms: Red
Foliage: Green
Growth habit: Spre­a­ding and upright, 6 to 10 metres high
Origin: Iran and Azer­baijan

Details of the Parrotia persica

The iron­wood tree belongs to the witch hazel family (Hama­mel­i­daceae) and is charac­te­rised by its graceful appearance and versa­tile use. This deci­duous plant can reach a height of up to 10 metres and is parti­cu­larly well known for its autumn colours.

Parrotia persica impresses with its leathery, glossy leaves, which shine in various shades of green in spring and turn into a spec­ta­cular colour spec­trum of yellow, orange and red in autumn. It ther­e­fore attracts the atten­tion of every visitor. The reddish-brown bark of the trunk also provides a visual attrac­tion in winter. In terms of soil, the iron­wood tree prefers well-drained, humus-rich soil and a sunny to semi-shady loca­tion.

Parrotia persica flowers in late winter to spring. The incon­spi­cuous flowers develop into small fruits that attract birds and ther­e­fore also make an ecolo­gical contri­bu­tion. This hardy plant is also easy to care for and resistant to disease, making it an ideal choice for any garden.

Use of the iron­wood tree in the design

The versa­tile nature of the iron­wood tree makes it a real jewel in the garden design. Thanks to its low suscep­ti­bi­lity to pests and dise­ases, it is ideal as a specimen plant. However, its compact growth also makes it attrac­tive for smaller gardens. The iron­wood tree scores highly as a shade provider, privacy screen or as part of a mixed hedge.

Parrotia persica is also suitable for land­sca­ping avenues and parks. Its impres­sive autumn colours make it an eye-catcher at any time of year. Combined with spring-flowering or ever­green plants, it creates a harmo­nious overall look.

The iron­wood tree is not only an aesthetic addi­tion to any garden, it is also easy to care for and versa­tile. This impres­sive plant adds a new sple­ndour to any garden.

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