Overcup Oak
Overcup Oak (Quercus lyrata) is a bottomland species in the wild, which equates to high success under challenging urban soil conditions. It will withstand compaction and a wide variety of soil moisture levels. Quercus lyrata is popular because of this toughness and because of its symmetrical habit, upswept branches, and interesting bark texture. For other excellent urban oak trees, look at Q. bicolor, Q. nuttallii, Q. phellos.
| Category: | Shade Tree, Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Size: | Large |
| Adaptability: | Urban Tolerant, Wet Soil Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, Drought Tolerant |
| Fall Color: | Yellow, Orange, Red |
| Growth Rate: | Fast |
| Native Habitat: | USA - Southeastern |
| Hardiness: | 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Form: | Pyramidal, Upright |
| Mature Size: | 50' tall by 50' wide |
| Seasonal Interest: | Medium green. The flaky bark adds winter appeal. |
Related Trees
Acer rubrum ‘Frank Jr.’ PP16,763
Redpointe® Red Maple
Fast growing and well-branched, Redpointe® Red Maple (Acer rubrum Frank Jr.) hits the high...
View Detail
Acer rubrum ‘October Glory’
October Glory® Red Maple
October Glory® Red Maple BLAZES crimson red when it colors in the fall. Acer...
View Detail
Ginkgo biloba ‘Grindstone’
Grindstone Ginkgo
Grindstone is an excellent Ginkgo selection for a tight spaces. This male clone is...
View Detail
Ulmus americana ‘Jefferson’
Jefferson Elm
Jefferson provides a spreading umbrella of shade in a variety of site conditions. Selected...
View Detail