Parrotia persica ‘Vanessa’ is a Dutch cultivar. The tree is noticeably narrower than the species. Its main ornamental feature is its spectacular fall foliage, which turns shades of red, yellow, and purple. It takes several years for Parrotia persica ‘Vanessa’ to bloom. The flowers are about 2 cm in size and bright red in color. They appear on the bare wood; in full winter bloom, the shrub is a striking sight. After flowering, horned brown fruits about 1 cm in size develop. Name: named after the butterfly genus Vanessa Origin: van der Bom, Oudenbosch, 1975
Location of photos: Dronten and our nursery
| Application: | Trees in containers, Trees on rooftops, Large gardens, Small gardens, Squares and parks, Standalone trees, Streets |
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| Growing conditions: | (Partial) shade, Dry (sandy) soil, Normal soil, Sunny |
| Growth habit: | Columnar |
| Adult height: | Second size trees 6-12 m |
| Soil: | Prefers well-drained, loamy, moist soil; undemanding |
| Flowers: | blooms in February/March, with small red flowers, before the leaves develop |
| Fruits: | horned capsule, about 1 cm long |
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