BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

An evergreen oak native to Cyprus, Quercus alnifolia has glossy, dark green leaves and the common name, 'Golden Oak', refers to the golden-yellow tomentose (short, matted hairs) on the leaf undersides. The photos show the underside of several leaves compared to a single leaf with the upper side visible as a comparison. A very small and shrubby tree, this oak will also produce ornamental, narrow acorns once established.

Features

• Common name: Golden Oak of Cyprus.
• Position: Sheltered area in full sun.
• Soil: Fertile, well drained.
• Hardiness: Somewhat hardy. Quercus alnifolia requires protection from cold winter winds.
• Rate of Growth: Very slow.
• Habit: Eventually a small, branching tree.
• Height: up to 3 m (10 ft)
• Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
• Notes: These are young seed grown plants.
• Size: Small plants in 2L containers