Quercus dentata 'Pinnatifida' (Pinnatifid Daimyo Oak)
Botanical Information
| Family | Fagaceae |
| Genus | Quercus |
| Species | dentata |
| Cultivar | 'Pinnatifida' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous) |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4 - 6a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -29 - (-23) |
| Temperature (°F) | -20 - (-10) |
| Height | 12 m |
| Spread | 8-10 m |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | May |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Large, rounded crown. |
| Landscape | Excellent for parks or large gardens. |
| Propagation | Propagate by grafting onto the species rootstock. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Dark grey, rough, later with deep grooves. |
| Leaf Description | Obovate, very deeply lobed, dark green leaves 10-25 cm. |
| Flower Description | Gold coloured 'Y' shaped catkins, 6 - 8 cm long. |
| Fruit Description | Acorns, ovoid to round, up to 2 cm, in bundles. |
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