Scientific name: Quercus frainetto

Common name:  Hungarian oak

Family name: Fagaceae

Useful cultivars and selections:

USDA hardiness zone: 6

Mature height and spread: 38m tall and 20m wide

Form: Upright

Water use: moderate

Soil requirements: Heavy, acidic soils, well-drained

Leaf arrangement: alternate. Simple.

Fall colour: Brown/yellow

Flower/cone/fruit description: Acorns.

Limitations: Variable in shape and size. Needs lots of room (good for park or large back yard)

Suitable uses: Good looking; should be planted more. Very adaptable.

Quick ID: Dec. Tree. Large leaves. Deep parallel lobes (in sub-lobes). Leaves covered in haris. Acorns. Long, pointy buds. Alternate. Simple.