This Persian ironwood cultivar delivers exceptional autumn colour, with foliage that transitions to deep merlot-red tones unmatched in the species. Vigorous and naturally broad-spreading, it establishes a sturdy framework ideal for landscape maturity. Spring emergence features burgundy-tinged new growth that shifts to vibrant green by midsummer, creating multi-season visual interest.
Details
Botanical Name
Parrotia persica 'Red October'
Common Name
Red October Persian Ironwood
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
30 feet
Max Spread
30 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Burgundy (New Growth)
- Green
Fall Colour
- Yellow
- Orange
- Red
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Adaptable to Dry and Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
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