QUERCUS robur

Commonly known as Common oak, English oak, Pedunculate oak

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Pot grown

Pot size 3 Litre

Gift Wrapping available on this plant
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Delivery Normally 3 - 5 days

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individually £12.50 each , 10+ £11.50 each

Large

Pot size 10 to 15 Litre

Delivery Normally 3 - 5 days
Courier Only due to the size of this plant.
Due to limitations imposed by couriers, taller items might have to pruned to reduce height prior to dispatch.

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£80.00

Plant Details

Good to know
Syn. Q. pedunculata. Wildlife plant. Almost a complete ecosystem. Supports over 280 insect species and a large variety of birds. With Q. petraea (Sessile oak), the 2 native oaks.
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, gall wasps, oak wilt, honey fungus, powdery mildew, bracket fungi.
Place of origin
Europe
Deciduous
short-stalked, dark green leaves to 14cm (5.5in) long. Leaves have rounded lobes, each base with 2 small ear-like lobes.
Fully hardy
Lobed
Oblong
Ovate
Height
35m (115ft)
Spread
25m (82ft)
Tree
Rugged, spreading tree with fissured, grey-brown bark. Ovoid acorns singly or in clusters.
Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Autumn Seasonal Interest
Spring Seasonal Interest
Summer Seasonal Interest
Winter Seasonal Interest
harmful if eaten
Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs
Rounded to broadly spreading

Mature Size

35m (115ft)
	25m (82ft)

Planting Tips and Care Advice

Garden Location/Conditions

Coastal / windswept

Tolerant of full exposure to sea winds
Pruning group

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.
Soil Conditions

Fertile moist well-drained soil
Sun Requirements

Full sun

Partial shade