The Streetspire® Oak, also known as Quercus robur 'Streetwise', is a cultivar of the English Oak. It is a deciduous tree that is known for its upright and columnar growth habit, making it a great choice for urban landscapes and tight spaces.
The Streetspire® Oak typically reaches a height of 40 to 50 feet and has a spread of about 15 to 20 feet. Its narrow form allows it to fit well in urban environments, such as along streets, in parking lots, or in small gardens.
This oak tree has dark green leaves that are lobed and have a classic oak leaf shape. In the fall, the leaves turn a beautiful golden brown color before dropping for the winter. The tree also produces acorns, which are a food source for wildlife.
The Streetspire® Oak is known for its adaptability to various soil types and its tolerance to urban conditions, including pollution and compacted soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry periods.
If you're looking for an oak tree that combines the beauty of an oak with a narrow and upright growth habit, the Streetspire® Oak could be a great choice for your landscape.
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Origins: |
Q. x 'Crimson Spire' seedling |
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Height: |
35’ - 45’ |
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Spread: |
10’ - 14’ |
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Spacing: |
12’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Bloom Color: |
Green |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Chlorosis is common in alkaline or neutral soils. Oaks are susceptible to a large number of diseases, including oak wilt, blight, root rot, anthracnose, oak leaf blister, cankers, leaf spots, and powdery mildew. Potential insect pests include scale, oak skeletonizer, leaf miner, galls, oak lace bugs, borers, caterpillars and nut weevils.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, Privacy Screen, and Shade Tree.
COMPANION PLANTS: Spirea, Burning Bush, Serviceberry
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown
