A fast-growing oak with a distinctive pyramidal crown and deeply lobed glossy leaves that turn rich russet-red in autumn and often persist into winter. A superb large avenue tree.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 18 m H × 12 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Pin Oak
Quercus palustris is a fast-growing tree in the Fagaceae family. It reaches around 18 m tall and 12 m wide at maturity, with deciduous and rich in autumn colour foliage.
Where to grow Pin Oak
Pin Oak suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Pin Oak does best in loamy, clay and acidic soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Pin Oak is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Pin Oak in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Pin Oak in the garden
Pin Oak earns its place for a shade tree and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Pin Oak with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Pin Oak
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