Height and Spread | 25' tall x 10' wide |
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Shape and Growth | Columnar |
Plant Type | Deciduous tree |
Flower | Insignificant |
Fruit | Capsule |
Foliage | Purple, fading to light green with purple edges; elaborate autumn color display of ever-changing yellow, orange, burgandy and red hues |
Zone | 5 |
Light | Full sun |
Soil | Prefers moist, well-drained soils, pH 5.0-8.0 |
Pruning or Shearing | To shape if desired |
Landscape Uses | Hedge, screen, specimen |
Propagation | Softwood cuttings |
Disease Resistance | No pests or diseases observed to date |
Environmental Benefits | Tolerates clay soil and urban pollution |
– Foliage is finer with a more narrow leaf than the species
– In spring, leaves emerge with a strong purple cast fading into a purple halo margin
– Summer foliage is a dark emerald green
– Compared to other columnar trees, Persian Spire has long-lasting, elaborate autumn color display of ever-changing yellow, orange, burgundy and red hues
– Exfoliating bark on mature trees
“Persian Spire Ironwood is a tree that stays columnar. Great color from spring through fall. If you are looking for a beautiful, small tree for a narrow space, Persian Spire may be the answer!”
– Karen Chapman, Owner, Le jardinet
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