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- Regular price
- $6,200.00
- Sale price
- $6,200.00
- Regular price
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Learn About Your New Quercus palustris - Pin Oak
Quercus palustris (Pin Oak) looks excellent as a striking, pyramidal feature tree that adds strong architectural form and vibrant seasonal colour to gardens and landscapes. Its deeply lobed, glossy green foliage turns brilliant red and russet in autumn, creating eye-catching contrast and dynamic visual interest.
Growing to 9–15 metres in height and width, Pin Oak is well-suited for avenue planting, parklands, and large residential gardens where shade and structure are key. Its dense canopy with a dominant central leader and spreading lower branches offers excellent shelter and shade.
Pin Oak performs reliably in urban settings, tolerating pollution, compacted soils, and a wide range of soil types, including clay and acidic soils. It requires minimal maintenance, with occasional pruning to maintain shape and deep watering during dry periods.
This tree looks excellent when paired with underplantings of shade-tolerant perennials or spring bulbs, which can enhance its seasonal appeal. It is an outstanding choice for functional and ornamental use, including erosion control and damp-site revegetation, providing lasting beauty and resilience in varied landscape applications.
Everything You Need to Know Before Planting Quercus palustris - Pin Oak
1. Botanical & Physical Characteristics
BOTANICAL NAME:
Quercus palustris
GENUS:
Quercus
BOTANICAL SPECIES:
palustris
COMMON NAME:
Pin Oak
FAMILY:
Fagaceae
EVERGREEN / DECIDUOUS:
Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months)
FOLIAGE TYPE
FORM & SHAPE
2. Growth & Environmental Conditions
GROWTH RATE
EXPECTED GROWTH PER YEAR
Approx. 60 – 90 cm/year (Fast)a
MATURE HEIGHT
15m - 25m Approximately
MATURE WIDTH
9 – 15 m
SUNLIGHT EXPOSURE
FROST TOLERANCE
Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.
AUSTRALIAN NATIVE?
No
3. Practical Uses & Flowering
USES:
FLOWER COLOUR
Yellow
FLOWER TYPE
FLOWERING PERIOD
Planting Tips
Plant Spacing
Ensuring A Strong Start
Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) for Planting
Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.
- 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
- 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
- 50cm Pot: 49.5cm (W) × 35.2cm (D)
- 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
- 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
- 100L Pot: 66cm (W) × 49.5cm (D)
- 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
- 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
- 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
- 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
- 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
- 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
- 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)
Post Planting Care
When planting a new tree or shrub, proper watering is essential to ensure healthy establishment and long-term growth. Follow these guidelines to give your plant the best start:
- Immediately After Planting:
Water generously right after planting to settle the soil around the roots and eliminate air pockets. This helps the roots make good contact with the soil. - First Three Months (Establishment Phase):
The initial three months are critical for root development. Water deeply twice daily (morning and evening) to encourage strong, deep root growth. - Irrigation Systems:
If using an irrigation system, adjust it to provide adequate water during the establishment phase. Ensure the water reaches the root zone without overwatering. - Weather Considerations:
Adjust watering based on weather conditions. Increase frequency during hot, dry periods and reduce it during cooler, wetter seasons. - Ongoing Care:
After the establishment phase (3 months), gradually reduce watering frequency but ensure the plant receives consistent moisture, especially during dry spells.
Long Term & Ongoing Care
Growing Your Quercus palustris - Pin Oak in Various Soil Types
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