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Quercus robur 'Kindred Spirit'-Hybrid Oak-Ideal for Urban Landscapes 10/12' h B&B

Quercus robur 'Kindred Spirit'-Hybrid Oak-Ideal for Urban Landscapes 10/12' h 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 form, making it ideal for urban landscapes. It features glossy, dark green leaves that turn a vibrant yellow in the fall. This oak is a cross between Quercus robur and Quercus bicolor, combining the best traits of both species.

Suggested Uses

This oak is perfect for street plantings, narrow spaces, and as a vertical accent in gardens. It's also suitable for creating privacy screens or windbreaks.

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: 4-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • 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 columnar trees, shrubs, and perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root flare is visible at the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil but adaptable to a range of soil types.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Ensure the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as aphids and treat as necessary.
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