Overview
Quercus palustris is a spreading branched tree in the genus Quercus, part of the Fagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 25.0 m tall. Quercus palustris grows best in full sun, and tolerates loamy and clay soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include architectural. It is native to Ontario.
About
Quercus palustris, also called pin oak, swamp oak, or swamp Spanish oak, is a tree in the red oak section of the genus Quercus. Pin oak is one of the most commonly used landscaping oaks in its native range due to its ease of transplant, relatively fast growth, and pollution tolerance.
Wikipedia contributors, CC BY-SA 4.0 — Quercus palustris
About the genus
An oak is a hardwood tree or shrub in the genus Quercus of the beech family. They have spirally arranged leaves, often with lobed edges, and a nut called an acorn, borne within a cup. The genus is widely distributed in the Northern Hemisphere, with some 500 species, both deciduous and evergreen.
Wikipedia contributors, "Oak", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Oak
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Quercus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Quercus palustris size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Tree
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 25.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Architectural
- Native to
- Ontario
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Quercus palustris
- Propagation
- Seed
- 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 palustris?
Quercus palustris prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Quercus palustris need?
Quercus palustris grows best in loamy and clay soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Quercus palustris grow?
Quercus palustris reaches a height of 25.0 m.
Is Quercus palustris hardy in the UK?
Quercus palustris has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Quercus palustris?
Seed.
