Quercus palustris

Although the Pin Oak tends to prefer soil that is more on the acidic side they will adapt to Okanagan soils if planted in burms with amended topsoil. They are a long lived tree with horizontal branching habit and fall colour ranging from yellow to orange red, depending on the strain. Very little maintenance is required on this slow growing large tree. Botanical Name: Quercus palustris Common Name: Pin Oak Plant Type: Shade Tree Habit: Pyramidal when young broadening with age Growth Rate: Medium to slow Size: 50-60’ h, 25-40’ w Soil Type: Prefers moist loam Soil pH: Acidic Water: Medium Exposure: Full sun Flowering: Catkins in spring, not showy Fruit: Acorns Foliage Colour: Glossy, dark green leaves turn yellow brown, bronze or red in fall Propagation: Fibrous root system makes it easier to transplant than other oaks when young Additional Attributes: Moderately drought tolerant