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Willow Oak

Quercus Phellos

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Overview

The Willow Oak, Quercus phellos, is an elegant deciduous tree, notable for its slender, willow-like leaves. Thriving in zones 5-9, it reaches 40-60 ft. in height with a 30-40 ft. spread. Adaptable and robust, this oak prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. It offers a refined texture with soft, bristle-edged leaves, turning bright yellow to russet in fall, and supports diverse wildlife with its acorns.

Sun FullWater High, MediumZones 5–9Type TreeClimate Temperate
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — and four-season interest to the setting; thriving in zones 5-9, it reaches 40-60 ft

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature height
50–90 Ft.
Mature width
25–50 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — green and yellow flowers in the garden; this species thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 9
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — and supports diverse wildlife with its acorns; forming a dense canopy with a classic rounded or oval silhouette
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — Adaptable and robust, this oak prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils; tree with green and yellow blooms
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — and four-season interest to the setting
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — Full sun exposure is ideal to ensure vigorous growth and optimum health; turning bright yellow to russet in fall
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — The Willow Oak distinguishes itself with narrow, willow-like leaves, which are not typical of most oaks
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — scientifically named Quercus phellos
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — When designing a tranquil and wildlife-friendly landscape; well-drained acidic soils but demonstrates considerable tolerance for
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — The Willow Oak, Quercus phellos, is an elegant deciduous tree, notable for its slender, willow-like leaves, image 53
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — tree for full
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — including both wet and dry sites when established
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — in height with a 30-40 ft
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — turning bright yellow to russet in fall; and supports diverse wildlife with its acorns
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — the Willow Oak is an indispensable component
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — making it a suitable addition for many landscapes across the United States
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — forming a dense canopy with a classic rounded or oval silhouette; making it a suitable addition for many landscapes across the
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — Adaptable and robust, this oak prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils; tree with green and yellow blooms, image 56
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — The Willow Oak distinguishes itself with narrow, willow-like leaves, which are not typical of most oaks; the Willow Oak is an
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — Thriving in zones 5-9, it reaches 40-60 ft; the Willow Oak distinguishes itself with narrow, willow-like leaves, image 54
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — and supports diverse wildlife with its acorns
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — The Willow Oak, Quercus phellos, is an elegant deciduous tree, notable for its slender, willow-like leaves; adaptable and
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — The Willow Oak, Quercus phellos, is an elegant deciduous tree, notable for its slender, willow-like leaves
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — with minimal maintenance required once matured.<br><br>In addition to its aesthetic appeal
Willow Oak (Quercus Phellos) — Adaptable and robust, this oak prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils
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