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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.

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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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.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Scarlet Letter™ Columnar English Oak a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

Use the plant profile as a planning tool for size, conditions, and visual role, then connect it to the broader landscape design plan.

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