Scientific Name
Quercus prinus

Common Name
Chestnut oak

Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate to rapid
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types including poor dry soil; dislikes poor drainage
Texture: Medium
Form: Rounded, irregular spread; dense
Height: 60 to 70’
Width:  --
Leaf: 4 to 6" alternate, simple yellowish green leaves; orange yellow to yellow brown fall color
Flower/Fruit: 1 to 1.3" acorn; occurs single or in pairs; sweet tasting nut is rich dark brown
Comments: Native; acorn are relished by wildlife
Cultivars: --
 

 

 

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