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Regal Prince Columnar English Oak

Quercus robur x Q. bicolor 'Regal Prince'

Category: Deciduous Tree • Oak

Discover the Regal Prince Columnar English Oak, perfect for narrow spaces with its striking vertical form.

Mature Height: 40-50 feet
Mature Width: 15-20 feet
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-8
Maintenance: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Deciduous
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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

The Regal Prince Columnar English Oak is a hybrid oak known for its narrow, upright growth habit. It features attractive dark green leaves that turn golden brown in the fall, making it a popular choice for urban landscapes and smaller gardens.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is tolerant of various soil types and moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, adaptable to different pH levels, and can handle moderate moisture.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Columnar shapeattractive foliageand acorns for wildlife.

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for narrow spaces and urban settings. Provides vertical interest and shade.

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