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Columnar English Oak

Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata'

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Overview

The Quercus robur 'Fastigiata', or Columnar English Oak, is a stately, upright tree with dense branches forming a narrow column. Mature heights reach 50-60 feet, with spreads of 10-15 feet. Hardy in zones 5-8, it's ideal for narrow spaces. Lush green foliage turns yellow-brown in fall. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Low maintenance, it's perfect for creating vertical accents or formal avenues in landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–8Climate Temperate
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — upright tree with dense branches forming a narrow column
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Mature heights reach 50-60 feet, with spreads of 10-15 feetColumnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Hardy in zones 5-8, it's ideal for narrow spacesColumnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Lush green foliage turns yellow-brown in fallColumnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Low maintenance, it's perfect for creating vertical accents or formal avenues in landscapesColumnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Prefers full sun and well-drained soilColumnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — scientifically known as Quercus robur 'Fastigiata'+40

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
50–60 Ft.
Mature width
10–20 Ft.

Classification

Family
Fagaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — upright tree with dense branches forming a narrow column
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Mature heights reach 50-60 feet, with spreads of 10-15 feet
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Hardy in zones 5-8, it's ideal for narrow spaces
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Lush green foliage turns yellow-brown in fall
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Low maintenance, it's perfect for creating vertical accents or formal avenues in landscapes
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Prefers full sun and well-drained soil
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — scientifically known as Quercus robur 'Fastigiata'
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — narrow form that resembles a spire
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — It is a cultivar of the common English oak
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — is a stately deciduous tree that brings an air of grandeur and formality to any landscape design
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — comprising traditional lobed oak leaves that transition to rich golden-yellow hues in the fall
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — yellowish-green catkins gracefully add to its appeal.<br><br>Preferring full sun to partial shade
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — providing seasonal interest
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Quercus robur 'Fastigiata' thrives best in well-drained
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — but it is also notably adaptable to different pH levels and soil types
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — <br><br>With a growth rate considered moderate
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — planning is vital to accommodate its ultimate size without the need for future major interventions
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — this oak tree is resilient against pollution and thus is a suitable selection for urban environments as well
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Hardy in USDA zones 5 to 8
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — Mature heights reach 50-60 feet, with spreads of 10-15 feet; comprising traditional lobed oak leaves that
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — upright tree with dense branches forming a narrow column; lush green foliage turns yellow-brown in fall
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — with its minimal lateral spread and towering height
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — is the quintessential selection for landscapes seeking a touch of vertical drama and classic greenery
Columnar English Oak (Quercus Robur 'Fastigiata') — tree for full

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