Tree Details

Hardiness zone: 5 – 9

Height: 40 – 50

Spread: 1/2 – 3/4 height

Habit: Dense, round-topped crown with stout, spreading branches

Light: Best in full sun or partial shade

Soil: Silty, loamy soils preferable

Flowers: inconspicuous hanging catkins

Fruit: acorn 3/4 – 1 long, egg-shaped

Landscape use: Seldom used in landscape situations

History: Native range is southern Massachusetts to Florida, west to Iowa and Texas; introduced in 1819

Pests\Problems: None

Significant Features: Thick, shiny, dark green leaves