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Pin Oak-Quercus palustris-Vibrant fall color 2-2.5" cal B&B

Pin Oak-Quercus palustris-Vibrant fall color 2-2.5" cal B&B

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Quercus palustris - Plant Catalog

Quercus palustris

Description

Quercus palustris, commonly known as Pin Oak, is a deciduous tree native to North America. It is known for its distinctive pyramidal shape and deeply lobed leaves. In autumn, the foliage turns a vibrant red, making it a popular choice for ornamental planting.

Suggested Uses

Pin Oak is ideal for large landscapes, parks, and as a street tree. Its attractive fall color and tolerance to urban conditions make it a versatile choice for public and private spaces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Quercus palustris
  • Common Name Common Name: Pin Oak
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 60-70 feet tall, 25-40 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other oak species, maples

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in a sunny location.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Prefers moist, well-drained soil.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Acidic to neutral, loamy soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Avoid planting in areas with poor drainage.
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