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Quercus velutina

Black Oak

The almost black trunk and branches accent the leathery, shiny, deeply incised, dark green leaves.

  • »  Globular, spreading crown
  • »  Bark is almost black on mature trunks
  • »  Leathery, shiny, dark green leaves are deeply incised
  • »  Fall colour is yellow-brown to dull red
  • »  Large crops of acorns appear every 2-3 years

1gal
$31.50
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10gal
$270.00
  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:15-20 m
  • Spread:15-20 m
Exposure
• Full Sun
Attributes
• Fall Color
Landscape uses
• Naturalizing
• Specimen
Additional Information about Quercus velutina

Native to Ontario

The common name is in reference to the colour of the bark on older trees. 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Quercus velutina

It may be difficult to transplant because of a deep taproot. The wood is hard, heavy and strong. Seldom used as a landscaping specimen, it is more suited to a woodland site.