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. |