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Quercus palustris

Family Fagaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 15 - 21 m (50 - 70 ft)
Spread 9 - 18 m (30 - 60 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tree Quercus palustris (pin oak) bears medium green blooms during early spring to mid spring. The glossy foliage is medium green in colour and coarse in texture. Quercus palustris (pin oak) produces showy and striped fruit. This plant has fissured bark. A specimen plant, Quercus palustris (pin oak) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Quercus palustris . Quercus palustris is tolerant of wet sites, compacted soil and pollution. In autumn, Quercus palustris is alight with fall colour.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Quercus palustris (pin oak) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.