Parrotia persica Persian Spire

Common Name:
Persian Spire Persian Ironwood

Description:
Parrotia persica ‘Persian Spire’ is a narrow, upright deciduous ornamental tree selected for its exceptional autumn colour, strong columnar form, and year-round landscape appeal. This refined cultivar of Persian Ironwood features dense green foliage through spring and summer before erupting into brilliant shades of crimson, orange, gold, and burgundy during autumn. In late winter to early spring, small clusters of deep red flowers appear along the bare branches, providing subtle seasonal interest before the foliage emerges. As the tree matures, the bark develops attractive exfoliating patterns in tones of grey, cream, and olive, adding further ornamental value during winter. ‘Persian Spire’ is particularly well suited to Melbourne’s climate, thriving in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil. Its narrow upright habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens, avenue planting, screening, and urban landscapes where space is limited. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and highly resilient to varying seasonal conditions.

Form:

• Tree - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 7–10 m
• Width: 2–3 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Red
• Crimson

Key Attributes:

• Autumn Colour
• Deciduous
• Feature Bark
• Feature Tree
• Perennial
• Suitable for Avenue Planting
• Suitable for Screening
• Suitable for Small Gardens

Toxicity:

• Generally considered non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:

• Camellia
• Clivia
• Helleborus
• Hydrangea
• Japanese Forest Grass (Hakonechloa)
• Liriope
• Magnolia
• Rhododendron
• Woodland ferns

This cultivar is grown by Flemings Nurseries, one of Australia's most renowned growers.
Image used with permission from Fleming’s Nurseries.

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