.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Pin Oak Quercus palustris Description The Pin Oak (Quercus palustris) is a fast-growing deciduous tree characterized by its open, spreading crown and long, slender, and sharply pointed lobes on its dark green leaves. It produces attractive acorns in the fall and provides excellent shade and aesthetic appeal in landscapes. Suggested Uses Ideal for large lawns, parks, and street plantings. It is excellent as a shade tree, focal point, or for naturalized areas due to its striking form and vibrant fall color. Plant Details Botanical Name: Pin Oak Quercus palustris Common Name: Pin Oak Size & Growth: Reaches up to 70 feet tall with a spread of 40-50 feet, growing approximately 2-3 feet per year. Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous Bloom Time: Spring Growth Rate: Fast Light Requirements: Full Sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: No Deer Resistant: Moderately Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Maples, Pines, Grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space at least 40-50 feet apart for mature size. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Soil Type: Adaptable to loamy, sandy, or clay soils. Humidity: Tolerant of a range of humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Winter Care: Mulch heavily; avoid soil disturbance to protect roots. Planting Depth: Ensure root flare is at or slightly above soil line. Fertilization: Apply in early spring with a balanced fertilizer. Special Care: Monitor for pests and diseases; occasional watering during extended droughts.