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Quercus robur 'Butterbee'

Also Known As

  • Butterbee English Oak

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-20'
  • W: 5'-12'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Quercus robur 'Butterbee' plant details

Quercus robur 'Butterbee' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with chartreuse foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Quercus robur 'Butterbee'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse
Mature size: 5 FT - 12 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Quercus robur 'Butterbee'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Leaves of rich butter-yellow that can (with adequate moisture) tolerate sun make this always-handsome oak a real eye-catcher; to 8't x 3'w in 10 years, it was discovered by Buchholz Nursery. S-PSh/M/GDr

Gardening facts about Quercus robur 'Butterbee' plant

How to Grow Quercus robur 'Butterbee'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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