Plant Guide
Pin Oak
Latin Name:
Quercus palustris
Description:
A lovely native shade tree, suitable for a variety of locations. A rapid growing variety that is easy to transplant and develops a strong central leader. The leaves are many-lobed and sharply pointed and will hang onto the tree well into the winter. Does well in wet, or poorly drained soils.
Zone: 4
Height: 25 m
Spread: 13 m
Shape: Pyramidal
Sun or Shade: SUN
Foliage: Dark, glossy green
Fruit: Acorns
Fall Colour: Rusty-orange to red
Flower Colour: Yellowish-green catkins
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