Quercus palustris EDF

FEATURES:
This deciduous tree, also known as pin oak, has a narrow, pyramidal form and glossy, deep green leaves. The tree produces acorns that are a food source for wildlife.

HEIGHT & WIDTH:
Height of 18-22 metres with a spread of 12-15 metres

SHAPE:
Pyramidal shape when young, but becomes more spreading with age

FOLIAGE:
The foliage is glossy and deep green, with a distinctive shape that resembles the shape of a pin. The leaves turn bronze to red in the fall, but may defoliate early in the season due to oak wilt or other diseases.

FLOWERS:

Yellow-green flowers in the spring:

TREE CARE:
Pin oak prefers well-drained, acidic soil and full sun. It has a shallow root system, so care should be taken not to disturb the soil around the tree. Pin oak is susceptible to oak wilt and other diseases, so proper care and monitoring are important to maintain tree health.