Parrotia subaequalis

Native to China, Parrotia subaequalis is a rare plant in the UK and has more dainty leaves than the classic Parrotia persica with spectacular wine-red autumn colour once established. The summer leaves are dark green in colour with a purple margin and the young specimen in our gardens grows with a handsome, upright and vase-shaped so far (at 8 years of age in 2019).

Superb specimen tree with best autumn colour in a warm, sunny position. Not really suitable for cold, exposed, windy areas.

• Position: Sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Any fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy but avoid planting in cold, windswept areas..
• Flowering Period: January - February.
• Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate.
• Habit: Small branching tree with an upright habit.
  • Height: 6 - 8 m (20 - 26 ft)
  • Spread: 4 - 5 m (13 - 16 ft)