Tree Details

Hardiness zone: 5 – 9

Height: 40 – 60 with a maximum of 90 – 100

Spread: 30 – 40

Habit: In youth: pyramidal; At maturity: dense oblong-oval to rounded crown at maturity

Light: Best in full sun or partial shade

Soil: Moist, well-drained acidic soil preferable, can adapt to very difficult habitats

Flowers: inconspicuous

Fruit: acorn with alternating brown and black bands

Landscape use: Best oak for overall texture and form; splendid for avenue use and large area use such as commercial establishments, golf courses and parks

History: Native range is New York to Florida, west to Missouri and Texas; introduced in 1723

Pests\Problems: None serious

Significant Features: Finer textured leaves than most oaks; relatively fast growing