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    • Photo of Quercus imbricaria foliage by Robert H. Mohlenbrock

    Photo by Robert H. Mohlenbrock

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    Quercus imbricaria

    Also Known As

    • Shingle Oak

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 40'-70'
    • W: 40'-70'

    planting zones

    • 5a-8b

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    Quercus imbricaria plant details

    Quercus imbricaria is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chocolate and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus imbricaria

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: fagaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 40 FT - 70 FT - wide, 40 FT - 70 FT - tall
    Flowers: chocolate and yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: fall color, pyramidal, shade tree

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus imbricaria

    USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A handsome med-sized tree whose shining dark green leaves display rich autumn colors. Its wood was used by early settlers for roof shingles. Sun/Med

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Quercus imbricaria plant

    How to Grow Quercus imbricaria

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow
      • chocolate

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • birds
      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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