Sawtooth Oak

Tags: Oak
Quercus acutissima

As one of the fastest growing trees in its youth, the Sawtooth Oak is an attractive shade tree with dark lustrous summer foliage and clear yellow to golden brown fall leaves. Adaptable to any soil condition except alkaline. One inch acorns are quite popular with wildlife. Grows 40′-60′ with a 40′ to 60′ spread. (Zones 5-9)

Category:
Light Requirements:
Full sun
Mature Size:
40'-60' tall and wide
Cold Hardiness Zone:
5-9
Growth Rate:
Fast
Foliage Color:
Dark green
Flower Color:
Does not flower
Bloom Period:
None
Water Requirements:
Low, Water regularly - weekly; less once established, more in extreme heat.

Care Instructions

Provide deep, fertile, acidic, loose, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed in early spring. Prune to removed dead or damaged branches in winter.Pruning time: winter.