Quercus phellos ~ Willow Oak

Willow Oak is a mid-sized fast-growing native deciduous tree with a rounded crown.  The narrow-toothed willow-like foliage turns undistinguished yellow-brown or gold in fall. The round acorns are an important source of food for wildlife.  Best grown in full sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.  Tolerates wet soils. Type:  Tree Height:  40’ - 75’ Spread:  25’ - 50’ Spacing:  30’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  5 - 9 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Green Season of Interest: Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Oaks are susceptible to a large number of diseases, including oak wilt, blight, root rot, anthracnose, oak leaf blister, cankers, leaf spots, and powdery mildew.  Potential insect pests include scale, oak skeletonizer, leaf miner, galls, oak lace bugs, borers, caterpillars and nut weevils. LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens,  Privacy Screen, and Sha