The Quercus palustris, commonly known as the Pin Oak, is a majestic deciduous tree renowned for its distinctive growth habit and stunning seasonal colour. This mature tree is particularly valued for its strong structure and the dramatic change of its deeply lobed, glossy green leaves to bright scarlet in autumn.

Evergreen or Deciduous: Deciduous
Mature Height (metres): Typically reaches about 20-25 metres.
Mature Width (metres): Approximately 9-12 metres.
Spacing: Plant at least 10 metres apart from other trees or structures to ensure adequate space for its pyramidal growth habit in youth, which becomes more rounded with age.
Foliage: Features glossy green leaves with deep lobes, turning a vibrant scarlet in the autumn, providing a spectacular display.
Flowering Period: Produces inconspicuous yellow-green catkins in spring.
Fruit: Bears small, brown acorns that are a valuable food source for wildlife.
Form/Habit: Young trees have a distinctive pyramidal shape that matures into a more rounded canopy with drooping lower branches.
Uses: Ideal for large landscapes, parks, and street plantings where its height and fall coloration can be fully appreciated.
Sun: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Maintenance: Moderate; requires pruning to manage shape and remove lower branches if necessary for clearance.
Water Requirement: Moderate to high; prefers moist, well-drained acidic soils and tolerates occasional flooding.

The Mature Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) is a superb choice for anyone seeking to add a robust, long-lived tree to their property. Its elegant form, adaptability to various soil types, and brilliant autumn hues make it a standout addition to any large space.

Pin Oak Tree

Quercus palustris