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
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
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Quercus imbricaria
By: Robert H. Mohlenbrock
This work has been released into the public domain by its author.
View Original PhotoGardening 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
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 12'-20'
Width: 10'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 25'-35'
Width: 25'-35'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 15'-30'
Width: 15'-30'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 60'
Width: 60'-100'
- sun
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 30'
Width: 25'
- sun
- occasional
- dry in summer
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