QUERCUS x warei 'Chimney Fire'

Commonly known as Oak

Vivid red autumn colour
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Pointed, stalked, smooth, leathery dark green leaves to 14cm (5½in) long, silver-downy beneath with 6-8 toothed lobes on each side. Shades of red and orange in autumn
  • Height
    15m (49ft)
  • Spread
    4m (13ft)
  • Tree
    Vigorous, strongly upright tree. Ovoid, brown acorns to 2.5cm (1in) long produced singly or in pairs, partially enclosed in silvery cups
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

QUERCUS x warei 'Chimney Fire'

 
Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
£30.00 each 
Delivery Information Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC
plant size comparison icon 2 Litre

 

  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Q. bicolor x Q. robur. Highly resistant to mildew
    Pests & Diseases
    Aphids, gall wasps, oak wilt, honey fungus, bracket fungi
    Place of origin
    Garden origin
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Suitable for small gardens
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • 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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Deep soil
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs
  • Tree Shape
    Conical
    Narrowly columnar
Quercus - Care Guide
15m (49ft)
 tree - guide for size not form Average Person
  4m (13ft)
  

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