Overview
Quercus palustris 'Compacta' is a spreading branched trees in the genus Quercus, part of the Fagaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Quercus palustris 'Compacta' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include architectural.
About
Quercus palustris 'Compacta' is a deciduous tree cultivar within the Quercus genus, known for its spreading branched habit. Like other oaks, it produces distinctive acorns following its inconspicuous flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered positions with fertile, well-drained soil that can be chalk, clay, loam, or sand, across a range of pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for architectural uses. Propagation is typically done by hardwood cuttings in autumn, with the tree showing interest in spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Quercus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Quercus palustris 'Compacta' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Quercus palustris 'Compacta'
- Propagation
- Propagate by hardwood cuttings in autumn
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to oak processionary moth, aphids, caterpillars, leaf-mining moths and oak gall wasps
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews and honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Quercus palustris 'Compacta'?
Quercus palustris 'Compacta' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Quercus palustris 'Compacta' need?
Quercus palustris 'Compacta' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Quercus palustris 'Compacta' hardy in the UK?
Quercus palustris 'Compacta' 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 palustris 'Compacta'?
Propagate by hardwood cuttings in autumn.
More in the Quercus genus
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- Quercus aucheriboz pirnal oak
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- Quercus chrysolepismaul oak
- Quercus frainetto 'Tortworth'
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