Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak

• Avenue Planting
• Shade Tree
• Street Tree
• Feature Tree
• Rural Property Planting

Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak works in an:

• Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
• Heritage / Traditional Garden – timeless, classic plantings for period homes.
• Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.

Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height: 10m - 20m Approximately

Mature Width: 2 – 4 m

Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 50 cm/year (Moderate).

Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak is expected to grow Approx. 30 – 50 cm/year (Moderate).

They are considered to have a:

• Medium Growth Rate

Is Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak frost tolerant?

Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Quercus lusitanica produces small, inconspicuous catkins in spring. These modest flowers are not ornamental and are quickly followed by small acorns typical of the oak family. This species is grown primarily for its compact, finely textured foliage and dense, rounded habit rather than for its flowering display.

Does Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Spring

Flower Type:

• Catkin-like

Flower Colour:

Yellow

No

Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak is Native to The western Mediterranean, particularly Portugal, Spain, and Morocco, where it grows naturally in scrublands and open woodlands.

Its dense, shrubby to small-tree canopy provides valuable shelter and foraging habitat for small birds, while the foliage supports a range of beneficial insects. The acorns it produces also serve as a seasonal food source for wildlife, making Quercus lusitanica a useful biodiversity-supporting species in both garden and woodland-style plantings.

Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak will thrive best in:

• Full Sun

Quercus lusitanica performs best in well-drained sandy or loam soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate poorer, lighter soils if enriched with organic matter to improve moisture retention and overall fertility. Avoid heavy clay, compacted or poorly drained conditions unless significantly improved, as excess moisture can restrict root health and reduce growth. Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures.

Is Quercus lusitanica – Lusitanian Oak Drought tolerant?

As a young plant it requires regular deep watering to establish properly. Once established, Lusitanian Oak develops good drought tolerance and performs reliably through warm, dry periods when planted in well-drained soil. It maintains strong vigour and foliage density with minimal supplementary watering, even in exposed positions.