Quercus palustris (Pin Oak) is a classic landscape oak valued for its strong pyramidal form when young, deeply cut glossy leaves, and showy red to russet fall color. You can use it as a shade tree, street tree, or a bold focal point where you have room for a mature canopy.

At maturity, expect roughly 50-70 feet of height (600-840 inches) with a broad spread of about 40-60 feet (480-720 inches). In early years, the branching can look tiered, with lower limbs tending to angle downward and upper branches rising, creating a distinctive silhouette that becomes more rounded with age.

Give your Pin Oak full sun for best growth and color. It performs best in moist, rich, acidic, well-drained soil, but it is notably tolerant of heavier clay and seasonally wet sites when properly sited. Avoid persistently alkaline soils, where foliage can yellow and growth can stall. Provide a deep watering schedule during establishment, then water during extended dry spells, especially in summer heat.

For long-term success, plant with the root flare at or slightly above grade, mulch broadly to keep roots cool and conserve moisture, and keep mulch off the trunk. Prune lightly while young to develop strong structure and to raise the canopy over time. Once established, Quercus palustris offers dependable shade, wildlife value from acorns, and an easy-to-recognize autumn display.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 4-8 (-30 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun
• Mature height: 600-840"
• Spread: 480-720"
• Tolerant of: Wet Conditions
• Native to the U.S.: Yes

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