Quercus suber
CORK OAK
Fagaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, light frost
20m
Plant habit
 
20m

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Pruning: Retain only one main trunk or only allow multiple trunks which are well-spaced to develop.

 
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Quercus suber
CORK OAK
Fagaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 8-10

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry between watering to constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: high wind, light frost
20m
Plant habit
 
20m

FEATURES

Flowers: n/a

Ornamental Fruit: acorn

Bark & Stems: corky stems


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits mediterranean designs

Uses: street tree, shade tree, fire retardant

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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