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Species: Quercus phellos

Quercus phellos

Willow Oak

Found on Course Walks

Oaks

Map of plant locations

(Plant location data may be incomplete)

In Collection(s):

Recommended Urban Trees Collection

Cultivars

'Hightower', 'Upperton'

Ornamental Characteristics

Tree > 30 feet

40'-70'

Deciduous

Pyramidal to Rounded

Environmental Characteristics

Full sun

5b

Can tolerate acid to neutral soil (pH 5.0 to 7.4)

Tolerates salty soil

Occasionally saturated or very wet soil; Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

No diseases listed

Bare Root Transplanting


Other

Native of south eastern US and mid atlantic coastal areas

Native Range Map

Native Range Map Image

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil
Consistently moist, well-drained soil
Occasional periods of dry soil
Prolonged periods of dry soil
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