Parrotia Persica

[NeedlesAndLeaves]

Hi all,

Simple question. Does Parrotia Persica (Persian Ironwood) qualify for bonsai?
I inderstood it has amazing fall colours. Is it worthwhile to make it into bonsai from seedlings?

Grz Jasper

 

[Shibui]

Definitely suitable for bonsai. I have several developing. Not only fall colours. The spring leaves are also extremely attractive - green with a dark margin.
Downside is that they do not ramify easily and internodes tend to be longish but responds well to root pruning and also to hard pruning when necessary.

 

[NeedlesAndLeaves]

Oké tnx for your reply!

 

[penumbra]

I also have several in the growing out stage that are doing well and developing character. They have a beech-like look to them but are hardier.

 

[Shibui]

Parotia as bonsai. Apologies for the crowded background.


New spring foliage. Love the brilliant green and contrasting red margins. Unfortunately that colour combination does not last long. Leaves turn to dull green for summer.

 

[NeedlesAndLeaves]

Nice to see. Beatifull colours!

 

[Deleted member 47471]

Parotia as bonsai. Apologies for the crowded background.
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New spring foliage. Love the brilliant green and contrasting red margins. Unfortunately that colour combination does not last long. Leaves turn to dull green for summer.
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Wow, that foliage is insane. Never seen anything like this!

 

[Shibui]

Persian Ironwood after a spring trim today

 

[Notsureaboutplantnames]

Beautiful trees in pots and in the landscape. Mine will be air-layered this coming spring.