Quercus frainetto

Also Known As

Hungarian Oak
Italian Oak

Plant type

tree

size

H: 60'-80'
W: 60'-80'

planting zones

5b-9b

Quercus frainetto plant details

Quercus frainetto is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse and yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus frainetto

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 60 FT - 80 FT - wide, 60 FT - 80 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus frainetto

USDA Zones: 5b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

"One of the handsomest of all oaks" (Bean) this magnificent large (> 100') wide-spreading tree with its fissured bark and slightly drooping branches is of fast and easy growth and "ought to be more widely planted" (Hillier). S/M