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Quercus robur 'Kindred Spirit'-Hybrid Oak-Ideal for Urban Spaces 2-2.5" cal B&B

Quercus robur 'Kindred Spirit'-Hybrid Oak-Ideal for Urban Spaces 2-2.5" cal B&B

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Quercus robur 'Kindred Spirit'

Quercus robur 'Kindred Spirit'

Description

Quercus robur 'Kindred Spirit' is a unique hybrid oak known for its narrow, columnar growth habit, making it ideal for urban landscapes and tight spaces. This cultivar combines the best traits of its parent species, offering disease resistance and a striking appearance with its glossy, dark green leaves that turn a rich bronze in the fall.

Suggested Uses

This oak is perfect for use as a vertical accent in gardens, along streets, or as a privacy screen. Its compact form makes it suitable for smaller yards and urban environments.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Quercus robur 'Kindred Spirit'
  • Common Name Common Name: Kindred Spirit' Hybrid Oak
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 30-40 feet tall, 6-8 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • 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 oaks, maples, and pines

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, 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 around the base 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: Monitor for pests and diseases, though it is generally resistant.
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