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Overcup Oak

Quercus Lyrata

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Overview

The Overcup Oak (Quercus lyrata) is a resilient deciduous tree, prized for its rounded canopy and hardy nature. It reaches up to 45 feet in height with a 35-foot spread. Its acorns are distinct, almost entirely encased in a knobby cup. Adaptable to wet soils, this oak is ideal for lowland areas. The foliage transitions to a rich yellow-brown in fall, providing seasonal interest in large landscape designs.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 7–11Climate Temperate
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — The Overcup Oak (Quercus lyrata) is a resilient deciduous tree, prized for its rounded canopy and hardy nature
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — It reaches up to 45 feet in height with a 35-foot spreadOvercup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — Its acorns are distinct, almost entirely encased in a knobby cupOvercup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — Adaptable to wet soils, this oak is ideal for lowland areasOvercup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — The foliage transitions to a rich yellow-brown in fall, providing seasonal interest in large landscape designsOvercup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — scientifically known as Quercus lyrataOvercup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — making it an excellent choice for landscape designs that require a robust and long-lived anchor tree+1

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — The Overcup Oak (Quercus lyrata) is a resilient deciduous tree, prized for its rounded canopy and hardy nature
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — It reaches up to 45 feet in height with a 35-foot spread
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — Its acorns are distinct, almost entirely encased in a knobby cup
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — Adaptable to wet soils, this oak is ideal for lowland areas
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — The foliage transitions to a rich yellow-brown in fall, providing seasonal interest in large landscape designs
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — scientifically known as Quercus lyrata
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — making it an excellent choice for landscape designs that require a robust and long-lived anchor tree
Overcup Oak (Quercus Lyrata) — is a majestic hardwood species that is highly adaptable and resilient

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