A long-lived shade legend with a sturdy crown and old-world character, built for the kind of yard that thinks in generations
FEATURES:
- Grand, spreading canopy that delivers real shade and a timeless silhouette
- Classic lobed leaves for that unmistakable oak texture and presence
- Fall color in gold to yellow-brown tones for a warm, earthy finish
- Strong, stately structure that anchors large landscapes and open lawns
- Wildlife-friendly acorns that bring birds and backyard life into the picture
- A true legacy tree that adds value, scale, and permanence over time
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Design around the shadow. Picture where the canopy will throw shade in 10, 15, 20 years, then place your outdoor “living areas” there on purpose. Add a bench or a gravel sitting circle where you’ll want the cool relief later, and you’ve basically planned your future favorite spot. Very time-travel chic.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Mature Height: 40-60' tall
- Mature Width: 40-60' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 35-50' apart
English Oak
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A long-lived shade legend with a sturdy crown and old-world character, built for the kind of yard that thinks in generations
FEATURES:
- Grand, spreading canopy that delivers real shade and a timeless silhouette
- Classic lobed leaves for that unmistakable oak texture and presence
- Fall color in gold to yellow-brown tones for a warm, earthy finish
- Strong, stately structure that anchors large landscapes and open lawns
- Wildlife-friendly acorns that bring birds and backyard life into the picture
- A true legacy tree that adds value, scale, and permanence over time
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
Design around the shadow. Picture where the canopy will throw shade in 10, 15, 20 years, then place your outdoor “living areas” there on purpose. Add a bench or a gravel sitting circle where you’ll want the cool relief later, and you’ve basically planned your future favorite spot. Very time-travel chic.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Mature Height: 40-60' tall
- Mature Width: 40-60' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 35-50' apart
Why plant English Oak?
This is the tree you plant when you’re playing the long game, in the best way. English Oak grows into a broad, dignified canopy that feels instantly classic, like it’s always belonged there. It’s not trying to be trendy. It’s trying to be magnificent. The branching matures into a strong, architectural framework, and in autumn the leaves turn gold to yellow-brown, giving the landscape a warm, storybook glow before winter settles in.
If you want a centerpiece that makes the whole property feel established, grounded, and beautifully permanent, this is a cornerstone choice.
How to use English Oak in the landscape?
Give it room and let it be the main character. Plant it as a central lawn tree where the canopy can spread and create a true shade destination for seating, play space, or outdoor gatherings. It also works beautifully as a boundary anchor at the edge of a large property, defining the landscape without needing a fence to do the job. For a layered design, keep plantings near the trunk simple and low so the scale of the canopy reads clearly, then use shrubs and perennials farther out to echo the wide, generous shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
Oaks do not have showy blooms. In spring they produce small, inconspicuous flowers, and then acorns may develop later in the season. The ornamental value is the canopy, the leaf shape, and the tree’s strong structure.
Plant in full sun and water deeply during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. After establishment, deep watering during prolonged drought helps keep growth steady. Keep turf and competing roots away from the trunk area and maintain a mulch ring, leaving a few inches of space around the trunk.
Prune in late winter while the tree is dormant to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches and to build good structure when the tree is young. Keep pruning conservative, this is a long-lived tree that looks best with strong, natural form.
