Parrotia subaequalis

Native to China and rarely offered in the UK. It 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. Upright, vase-shaped habit. A lovely specimen tree with best autumn colour in a warm, sunny position. Not suitable for cold, exposed, windy areas. Sun or part shade. Acid soil. Flws: Jan- Feb. Ht: 10-15ft.

Young plants potted February 2026