English Oak Hedging | Quercus robur
The ultimate wildlife hedge
Grown by Cameron
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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English Oak Hedging
Quercus robur
- Strong, resilient English Oak makes a classic deciduous native hedge that supports wildlife
- Clusters of multi-lobed, deep green leaves on gently twisting branches, catkins in spring and acorns in autumn. The leaves turn orange and reddish-brown in autumn. Perfect for hedging as it produces tap roots early in life, which means it doesn't steal moisture and nutrients from the surrounding plants
- A fully hardy, fast growing plant which will reach a height of approx 10m but can easily be maintained at 1-4m
- Oak will grow well in all soil types and sites
- English Oak supports more wildlife species than any other native tree or hedge, including insects, nesting birds and small mammals, with the acorns providing food for woodland animals such as deer, squirrels and badgers. Even the fallen leaves, when they break down into leaf mould, support hundreds of insect and fungi species
What to expect
Height on arrival
Eventual height
Eventual spread
Habit
Hardiness
Spacing
Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
While the English Oak Hedging is primarily used for hedging, it can be kept in a large container (at least 50 litres) for its first few years.
How big does it get?
The English Oak Hedging typically reaches a mature height of 10 to 15 metres and a spread of 8 to 10 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The English Oak Hedging generally prefers full sun to partial shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden boundaries.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The English Oak Hedging is versatile and will grow well in most soil types, provided they are relatively well-drained.
How much watering does this plant need?
The English Oak Hedging needs deep watering of about 25 to 50 millimetres per week during its establishment phase, after which it becomes more drought-tolerant.
Will this plant need pruning?
The English Oak Hedging does not strictly need pruning, but can be lightly trimmed to maintain its shape and remove any dead or damaged wood.
How hardy is this plant?
Quercus robur is fully hardy with an RHS rating of H6, tolerating temperatures down to -20°C and growing reliably throughout the UK.
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Cameron is mad about plants, which is lucky, really, because he’s absolutely surrounded by them here at the nursery. Having studied at the Student Plant Unit at Pershore College, Cameron went on to compete at the Grand Finals for the 2022 Horticulturist of the Year Awards. With a team of dedicated growers on hand to help, Cameron utilises our industry-leading nursery (and the lovely, fertile conditions of the Cotswolds) to grow shrubs that aren’t just good-looking, they’re good-growing too.
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