Quercus velutina #3
Quercus velutina #3
Black Oak
Large shade tree
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NATIVE - Forms a large specimen with an irregular crown, black bark and lustrous dark green foliage that turns a red-brown in fall. Useful in large areas for shade or as a specimen. Tolerates poor dry soils. The fruit is an acorn and loved by wildlife.
Botanical Name- Quercus velutina
Pronunciation- KWER-kus vel-yoo-TEE-nuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 50 ft
Mature Height- 50 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained, but tolerant of a wide range
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- Inconspicuous
Bloom Time- Inconspicuous
Companion Plants- Tricolor European Beech – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest
Fauna Attracted- Nesting birds, acorn-eating birds (jays), myriad insect pollinators
Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - BVGC
Yearly Care Instructions- Remove deadwood in winter; water newly planted trees deeply and mulch around the base.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead or weak branches.
Fertilization Instructions- Use a slow-release, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; low to moderate feeding need. Improve clay drainage and water deeply during establishment.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Oak wilt, gypsy moths, powdery mildew
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