Quercus robur syn. Quercus pedunculata
English Oak
Quercus robur - oak tree- is a large deciduous tree which develops a majestic, broad crown. The leaves turn reddish-brown in Autumn. This is a long-lived British native tree
Contributed by @greeny909
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Full sun to partial shade
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Occasional watering
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Full Frost Hardy: 5F (-15°C)
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Moist and free draining
Common name
English Oak
Latin name
Quercus robur syn. Quercus pedunculata
type
Tree
family
Fagaceae
ph
6.0 - 9.0 Acid - Neutral
Plant & bloom calendar
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Best time to plant
full grown dimensions
Quercus robur syn. Quercus pedunculata
Quercus robur - oak tree- is a large deciduous tree which develops a majestic, broad crown. The leaves turn reddish-brown in Autumn. This is a long-lived British native tree
Planting Outdoors Autumn
From Early Autumn TO Early Autumn
Young plants up to 4 ft high need no support but protection from wildlife. Plant in an open aspect in full sun to ensure the tree develops evenly and upright. Plant in early to mid Autumn, or in Spring
Planting Outdoors Spring
From Early Spring TO Mid Spring
Young plants up to 4 ft high need no support but protection from wildlife. Plant in an open aspect in full sun to ensure the tree develops evenly and upright. Plant in early to mid Autumn, or in Spring
Propagation
From Mid Winter TO Early Spring
Soak acorns in water, and let them stand in the water for 24 hours. Cold stratify for 60 days , or until the radicle emerges. Sow 1-2" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed. They can also be propagated by sowing in mulched beds. This is prefered to artificial stratification.