Quercus palustris 'Swamp Pygmy' - 40-60 CM C5 WHIP

Description
The Pin oak 'Swamp Pygmy' (Quercus palustris) is a conical, loose shrub with decorative, brown, round fruits. This is preceded by green flowers. The Pin oak 'Swamp Pygmy' also has roundish, dark green leaves. In a sunny location, it usually reaches a height of around 3 metres and is around 2 metres wide. The Pin oak 'Swamp Pygmy' makes no particular demands on the soil.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * Attractive copper-brown, red autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Pin oak 'Swamp Pygmy' are dark green, roundish, alternate, lobed. They are about 8 - 12 cm in size. Pin oak 'Swamp Pygmy' turns bright copper-brown to red in autumn.

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

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Pin oak 'Swamp Pygmy' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Pin oak 'Swamp Pygmy' is a conical and loosely growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 3 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2 m wide. Slow growing. Usually grows 20 - 30 cm per year.

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

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
No special requirements.

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

Fruit
The brown, round fruits of Quercus palustris 'Swamp Pygmy' are particularly decorative.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, landscape, green border