Quercus imbricaria - STD 25-30 CM C40

Description
The Laurel oak (Quercus imbricaria) is a conical, deciduous tree with decorative, leathery, lanceolate, medium green leaves. It also bears golden yellow flowers arranged in catkins from May to June. These produce brown, round fruits. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 20 metres and grows to a width of around 15 metres.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * attractive yellow-red autumn colouring * tolerates soil salts, can be partially planted over

leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of Laurel oak are medium green, lanceolate, leathery, alternate, with entire margins. Laurel oak is bright yellow-red in autumn.

Bark
Dark grey, striped, torn bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Laurel oak has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Laurel oak is a conical growing tree. It usually reaches a height of 15 - 20 m and is approx. 12 - 15 m wide. As a rule, it grows 20 - 45 cm per year.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The golden yellow flowers of Laurel oak appear in catkins from May to June.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, landscape, green border

Root
Quercus imbricaria is a deep-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms extensive branching roots.