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QUERCUS cerris
Commonly known as Bitter oak, Turkey oak
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Good to know
Naturalised in southern UK. Was introduced from Turkey in the late 1900's but timber was found to be of poor quality. -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, gall wasps, oak wilt, honey fungus, powdery mildew, bracket fungi. -
Place of origin
Central and southern Europe -
DeciduousOblong-elliptic to oblong-lance-shaped, deeply lobed or toothed, dark-green leaves to 12cm (5in). Often remain on tree in a withered state all winter.
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Coastal / windsweptTolerant of full exposure to sea winds
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Fully hardy
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Lobed
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Elliptic
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Lanceolate
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Oblong
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Height
30m (98ft) -
Spread
25m (82ft) -
TreeFast growing. Grey-white bark. Solitary acorns or in groups of 2-4
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs -
Rounded to broadly spreadingVery variable in shape
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Mature Size30m (98ft)
25m (82ft)
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