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Scarlet Letter™ Columnar English Oak

Quercus robur x Q. alba 'Scarlet Letter'

Category: Deciduous Tree • Oak

Discover the Scarlet Letter™ Columnar English Oak, perfect for urban landscapes with its stunning fall color and space-saving form.

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Mature Height: 30-40 feet

Mature Width: 10-15 feet

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 5-8

Maintenance: Low

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 Scarlet Letter™ Columnar English Oak is a hybrid oak known for its upright, narrow growth habit. It features attractive foliage that turns vibrant red in the fall, making it a striking addition to landscapes.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Prefers moderate moisture levels.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil is ideal, adaptable to various pH levels, and tolerates different moisture conditions.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Columnar growth habitvibrant fall color

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for tight spaces and urban settings. Provides excellent shade and visual interest.

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