About
A genus of upright, clump-forming perennials from shaded mountain habitats in the northern hemisphere with milky sap, large, deeply toothed or lobed, mid-green leaves and tall, branched stems bearing pale lavender-blue, dandelion-like flowerheads in summer. A bold, architectural plant for a shaded, moist, fertile border.
About the genus
Quercus can be deciduous or evergreen trees or shrubs, with entire, lobed or toothed leaves; flowers inconspicuous, followed by characteristic acorns; sometimes good autumn colour
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.