Overview
Quercus georgiana is a spreading branched, bushy trees in the genus Quercus, part of the Fagaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Quercus georgiana grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural and low maintenance.
About
Quercus georgiana, known as Georgia oak or stone mountain oak, is a spreading branched, bushy tree within the Quercus genus, which includes deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs. This cultivar is deciduous and thrives in full sun, tolerating a range of soil types including loam and sand with varying pH levels, provided the soil is well-drained. It is hardy to UK conditions (H6) and is suitable for architectural planting and low-maintenance gardens. Quercus georgiana is best cultivated in fertile, well-drained soil in sun or partial shade, with interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Quercus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Quercus georgiana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Quercus georgiana
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Oak processionary moth, Aphids, Caterpillars, Leaf-mining moths, Oak gall wasps
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Quercus georgiana?
Quercus georgiana prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Quercus georgiana need?
Quercus georgiana grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Quercus georgiana hardy in the UK?
Quercus georgiana has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Quercus georgiana?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings.
More in the Quercus genus
- Quercus acutissimaJapanese silkworm oak
- Quercus aucheriboz pirnal oak
- Quercus cerris 'Afyon Lace'Turkey oak 'Afyon Lace'
- Quercus chrysolepismaul oak
- Quercus frainetto 'Tortworth'
- Quercus gambeliiGambel oak
- Quercus garryanaOregon white oak
- Quercus humilis
