Quercus imbricaria #10
Quercus imbricaria #10
Shingle Oak
Large shade tree
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Potentially massive, native deciduous shade tree. Shape is pyramidal in youth, becoming broadly rounded with age. Foliage is dark green, turning yellow-brown in the fall, and persists dried on the tree through winter. Acorns are produced on the mature tree. Slow to medium growth rate. Adaptable once established. Slow to re-establish after transplanting. Well adapted to the Midwest.
Botanical Name- Quercus imbricaria
Pronunciation- KWER-kus im-brih-KAR-ee-uh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 60 ft
Mature Height- 50 ft
Sun Exposure- Full Sun
Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained, acidic soil; but tolerant of drier soils
Current Size- #7
Bloom Color- Inconspicuous
Bloom Time- Inconspicuous
Companion Plants- Solar Cascade Goldenrod – 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 - C42
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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