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Quercus ellipsoidalis

Also Known As

  • Northern Pin Oak

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 50'-80'
  • W: 50'-80'

planting zones

  • 3a-7b

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Quercus ellipsoidalis plant details

Quercus ellipsoidalis is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus ellipsoidalis

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 50 FT - 80 FT - wide, 50 FT - 80 FT - tall
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus ellipsoidalis

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: pollution, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This medium-sized tree with its spreading crown has deeply lobed leaves which turn a deep crimson in autumn ?"equal to the best forms of Q. coccinea" (Hillier); the red oak most tolerant to dry conditions. S/M-D/GDr
Excellent bright maroon fall color. Shiny foliage, a 60-80 ft. tall tree at maturity that, unlike Q. palustris, thrives in alkaline soils. Tolerates wet or dry conditions.
Northern Pin Oak occurs on dry, sandy, usually acidic soils, A midwestern native it can rival scarlet oak for fall color.

Gardening facts about Quercus ellipsoidalis plant

How to Grow Quercus ellipsoidalis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • pollution tolerant
    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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