Overview
Quercus robur 'Dissecta' is a spreading branched, bushy trees in the genus Quercus, part of the Fagaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Quercus robur 'Dissecta' 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 robur 'Dissecta' is a cultivar of the common oak, a deciduous tree known for its spreading, bushy habit. As a member of the Quercus genus, it thrives in full sun and can tolerate a range of soil types including loam and sand, with varying pH levels from acid to alkaline. This cultivar is hardy in the UK (H6) and is suitable for both exposed and sheltered sites. It is valued for its architectural form and low maintenance requirements, performing best in fertile, well-drained soil during spring and summer seasons.
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 robur 'Dissecta' 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 robur 'Dissecta'
- 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 robur 'Dissecta'?
Quercus robur 'Dissecta' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Quercus robur 'Dissecta' need?
Quercus robur 'Dissecta' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Quercus robur 'Dissecta' hardy in the UK?
Quercus robur 'Dissecta' 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 robur 'Dissecta'?
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 georgianaGeorgia oak
