About
Quercus infectoria, the Aleppo oak, is a small, deciduous or semi-evergreen tree or large shrub producing toothed or lobed leaves and acorns. The oak galls (gall nuts) produced by the action of gall wasps are used in tanning. An ornamental and historically interesting oak for a well-drained, sunny garden.
About the genus
Quercus, the oaks, are deciduous or evergreen trees and shrubs with characteristic acorn fruits, lobed or toothed leaves and inconspicuous flowers. Among the most important, long-lived and ornamental of all trees.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.