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Quercus aliena

Also Known As

  • Oriental White Oak

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'-80'
  • W: 40'-80'

planting zones

  • 6a-8b

Quercus aliena plant details

Quercus aliena is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus aliena

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 40 FT - 80 FT - wide, 40 FT - 80 FT - tall
Uses: shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus aliena

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rare in cultivation, this fine 40-60' oak is noted for its large 4-8" leaves which are glossy dark-green, toothed and conspicuously ribbed; similar to our chestnut-oak but with stalked acorns and bright-yellow-green young shoots. S/M

Gardening facts about Quercus aliena plant

How to Grow Quercus aliena

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 10'

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  • even moisture
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 25'-35'

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 15'-30'

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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