The English Oak (Quercus robur) is one of our favourite ornamental trees. The broad reaching branches can be left from ground level or pruned at the trunk to allow access under the tree. The new lobed leaves in spring are bright green and then darken as the season progresses. In autumn, they turn yellow and an attractive milk-chocolate brown before falling. Acorns ripen in summer. A great long-lived tree for large gardens, farms, paddocks, and parks. Much-loved climbing tree of grandchildren. Drought tolerant once established and tolerates most soil types.
- Uses: Ornamental tree, shade tree, specimen tree, climbing tree
- Size: 20 metres high x 20 metres wide depending on conditions
- Features: Shade, fire-resistant, building timber, great climbing tree!
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image 2,3: Copyright Heritage Fruit Trees - autumn foliage
